Find a Therapist Instead of Relying on Family and Friends

There’s going through something, and then there’s going through something.

Family and friends can be a great support after a rough day or when life gets hard. However, if you’ve been feeling off for a while and are struggling to cope, it’s a good indicator you may need therapy.

If you’re grappling with something that feels bigger than you, it’s important you reach out to a professional—no disrespect to your support system.

Here are five reasons why seeing a therapist will yield a better outcome than simply relying on family and friends.

1. A therapist is a neutral party

One of the best things about seeing a therapist is you’re free to totally and completely open up, without the fear of judgment. You don’t have to worry about protecting their feelings, either, and can be brutally honest.

2. A therapist gets to the point

Your therapist will help you go deeper and help you process what’s there. They will teach you useful ways to cope. They will help you reach your goals, rather than just ruminate over the issue.

Sometimes issues are multifaceted, and it can be really challenging to understand how things relate. Your therapist will help you untangle the confusion and give you a fresh perspective.

3. Therapy is all about you

During your sessions, you don’t have to worry about burdening anyone with your feelings. This is time for you to dig deep to excavate what’s bothering you. 

4. Your therapist can be frank

A therapist can challenge you in ways friends and family can’t. Many people worry about hurting feelings, which means that despite their best intentions, your friends and family will likely shy away from asking the hard questions. 

Your therapist is there to support you and help you reach your goals, yes, but they are not your friend.

They are not here to blow smoke up your derriere; they’re here to help you make meaningful and lasting change.

5. A therapist keeps your friends and family friends and family

Seeing a therapist preserves the relationship you have with those you hold dear. It lets your loved ones still support you in the best way they know, without making them feel as though they’re in over their head.

Your loved ones are not mental health professionals (and if they are, it’s somewhat unethical for them to “treat” you) and therefore should not be expected to assume that role.

Additionally, if you continuously rely on other people to give you advice, you never develop the capacity to actually listen to yourself and connect with your wants and needs.

Through your work with your therapist, you will develop a much deeper understanding of who you are and how events of the past played into today.

At the Relationship Therapy Center, our skilled clinicians’ main goal is to restore the relationship you have with yourself. We have helped all sorts of people navigate every challenge imaginable. Please give us a call or text to learn more about how we can help. We’re here for you—you don’t have to go through any of this alone.

Begin Individual Therapy in the Sacramento Area

Individual therapy provides many benefits for both your mental, emotional, and physical well-being. From handling challenging life events to learning to live with ongoing mental health issues to simply getting help with everyday stress, seeking counseling can help you live your best life.

If you are ready to start individual therapy, we have a variety of exceptional therapists ready to help you. Take a look at their bios and if you would like to schedule a free 15-minute consultation give us a call.

Other Services Offered at The Relationship Therapy Center in California:

In addition to Individual therapy for adults our Sacramento area counseling clinics located in Roseville, Davis and Fair Oaks, CA are pleased to offer a variety of mental health services. Our couples services include: Counseling after infidelity, sex therapy, co-parent counseling, family therapy, divorce counseling, intensive couples retreats, and premarital counseling. The individual therapy services include, therapy for children, teen therapy, depression treatment, and individual relationship counseling. Our therapists offer online counseling in California to treat a variety of mental health concerns. Please reach out to our Sacramento area therapy office to learn more about the many ways we can help you or your loved ones heal and grow.