Anyone who has ever been to therapy understands that some sessions are more difficult than others.
There are moments when you cannot see the difference that is coming along, but it is coming along.
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Why the Tough Sessions Are Often the Breakthrough Sessions
Think about it: if therapy only scratched the surface, you probably wouldn’t need it. The work happens in the messy middle, in the sessions where you:
- Feel like you’re going in circles
- Want to cancel last minute
- Question whether this is actually helping
- Feel exposed and vulnerable
- Notice old patterns surfacing more clearly than ever
Such experiences do not indicate that therapy is failing; rather, these instances tend to suggest that it is doing its part in the way that it should.
True change asks us to sit in discomfort, to look at the areas of ourselves we should prefer to push away, and to develop new habits of being, even though they might seem alien.
The Compound Effect of Showing Up
Just like you wouldn’t expect to see results from one workout or one meditation session, therapy works on a compound principle. Every session is cumulative:
- Deeper self-awareness
- Increased coping skills
- Better patterns of relationships
- Increased emotional control
- Enhanced resilience
Missing sessions during tough periods is when you need therapy most.
The emotional and psychological strength you’re building requires consistent attention to develop and grow stronger.
What Can Help You In Staying Committed
As motivation is lost, structure becomes your friend. These are some of the kind ways to help you stay grounded:
- Make it so that sessions take place on a regular basis at the same time to form a rhythm
- In preparation, make notes of any thoughts or feelings that occurred during the week
- Keep in mind that in the case of deep therapeutic work, it is natural to feel worse before getting better
- Celebrate even the minor achievements, including recognition of a pattern or establishment of a new coping technique
- Consider the cost of not going, both financially and emotionally
- Remind yourself of your initial reasons for starting therapy
The Long View
Therapy means being a better, truer, stronger you.
The one who consistently shows up despite the challenge, despite finding it hard, is developing one of the most necessary life skills: remaining present with discomfort and persisting toward development.
You’ll thank yourself for not giving up when the work got real.
Commit to your healing process.
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FAQ
How much time will I spend in therapy?
The timeline is not universal. Some individuals are relieved after a few months; others get relief after spending more time.
Have confidence in your process and often talk about your objectives with your therapist.
Is it normal to want to quit therapy?
Yes. Feeling like you want to quit often indicates you’re approaching something significant that your psyche is trying to protect you from.
What do I do when I feel no rapport with my therapist?
The therapeutic relationship is essential. There is nothing wrong with considering alternatives should you not feel the connection after several sessions.
