The Top Myths About Counseling in The Woodlands, Texas

Everything is bigger in Texas and sometimes that means people can have some big ideas about therapy in Texas and online counseling in Texas. Texas is very vast and people in different parts of the state may have different counseling needs. People all across Texas may deal with some of the same stresses, like anxiety or relationship issues, although counseling with those in The Woodlands, Texas may be a little different than counseling in El Paso, or some other part of Texas. With so many people in Texas and so many different opinions on mental health, several rumors of what counseling is actually like get shared, causing confusion. I am here to set the record straight and give you the facts about what counseling in Texas, especially the Woodland’s Texas is actually like.

Myth 1. Going to counseling is just like what you see in the movies and TV shows.

Probably not! Very few examples in the media provide a good illustration of therapy. I can hardly watch something with a psychologist or therapist in it anymore because it can give the wrong idea. Some aspects may be correct, like going to a private office, sitting on a comfy couch or chair, and the therapist taking notes. But sometimes TV gets it wrong and therapist characters cross boundaries, provide biased advice, date their clients, suggest outlandish therapeutic techniques, among other things that are not appropriate. Therapy will be professional, a place for you to feel heard, and a place where you and your therapist can collaborate to help you come up with solutions and insights into your struggles.

Myth 2. Only crazy people need therapy

Everyone can benefit from counseling. Kids, teens, college students, working professionals, and older adults all find therapy helpful. No one is crazy and people with severe mental health conditions along with mild situational stress all can find a therapist for them. There are a lot of different ways to do counseling and a lot of different challenges that therapists focus on. People in The Woodlands, Texas certainly benefit from therapy. If someone in the Woodlands has been through something really stressful, is having a hard time getting along with or feeling connected to their family, has too much pressure at work that they can’t balance, or something else that they need to talk about - everyone needs therapy.

Myth 3. Once you start therapy you will be in it forever

Nobody wants to be in therapy forever, and your counselor won’t want you to work with them forever either. Counselors love it when they see you make progress. The length of time in therapy is different for everyone. Some people may only need a few sessions to work on a situational issue and may return to therapy at a later date for something else. Many people go to therapy for several months to understand themselves and their problems in more detail so that they can make positive changes. Some people find therapy necessary for a few years so that they have enough support and growth to have the life they want to live. Your counseling will be individual to you, so take however long you need.

Myth 4. Counseling with kids is just playing, right? They don’t need it anyway.

Kids have stress too. Kids in the Woodlands have great families and access to great school and wonderful parks. However, they have a lot of pressure put on them and may have too much to do. Kids get anxiety, depression, and other conditions just like adults. Kids also need to learn how to regulate their emotions. There are multiple approaches to therapy with kids, and Play Therapy is one of the most effective. However, it is not just playing with toys with kids. Play therapy uses toys and games to help kids express themselves. Certain toys and techniques are used or not used on purpose. Play therapy lets children use toys as their words to process situations that happened to them and practice new skills to build confidence and cope with big emotions.

Myth 5. You have to find a therapist close by so you can make time for therapy.

You can go to a therapist who has an office near you or your work. That can be a great place to start looking for therapist. But technology has helped counselors reach people all over and has allowed therapy to be even more accessible. You can have online counseling, even in the Woodlands. Online therapy can let you meet with a therapist all across Texas. Online counseling makes it easier to meet with a counselor because you can have a session at home, on your lunch break, or anywhere in your state.

I hope this helps you see how beneficial therapy can be for you, especially online counseling. Kids, teens, and adults of all ages in the Woodlands, or anywhere in Texas (or the world for that matter) can go to counseling and find support. If you are still feeling stuck or have more questions about therapy in the woodlands, Texas, give me a call at (502) 530-CALM for a free 15 minute consultation about online therapy. If you are looking to see how I help individuals with relationship issues, anxiety, HSPs, and kids or teens check out my website www.calmcenteredcounseling.com

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