Should I go through with therapy?

[Anonymous]

Basically, I was accepted into this program that offers other resources including social work counseling/therapy. I have been wanting to try therapy for a while now. I was even considering online platforms. But those I would have to pay out of pocket for. I already filled out an interest form for one of the online platforms and they connected me to a therapist based on my answers. From the moment I saw her profile I could see that this would be a perfect match for me. However I hesitated due to pay. So then I decided to fill out a form for SW services through the program which is free. From what I understand is you get a consultation and they provide a few sessions with you until they can connect you with your own therapist. Someone from their team did contact me regarding the services. However, I can already tell that I wouldn’t really connect with this person 100%. So I haven’t responded. But I was thinking maybe I could try to proceed with this since it’s not permanent. The only thing is I would have to avoid topics that I am not comfortable speaking with this person until I get my own therapist. What are your thoughts? Should I try the online platform instead?

[Oliverlogan263]

Girl, it sounds like therapy could really help you work through some stuff, so I'd say definitely go for it! A few thoughts:

- Even if you don't fully connect with the initial person at the free program, a few sessions could still provide some relief just talking through basic things.

- Plus they may get you linked up with your own therapist faster this way since you'll already be "in the system" so to speak.

- The online platform seems like a great match on paper, but you'd have to pay out of pocket which is always tough.

- Could you maybe try a few free sessions first just to test the waters, then switch to online after if you want to dive deeper into certain topics?

- A lot of times in therapy, we open up more over time as trust builds. So that initial person may grow on you more than you think.

- At minimum, they can point you to local low-cost options if you decide to go the independent route after some sessions.

I'd say give the free program an honest try before dismissing it. Worst case you realize it's not a fit and can explore other avenues. But why not see if they can help first at no cost? You've got nothing to lose really. Keep me posted on what you decide!

[strateguy632]

Just kuz offered free? No dont do therapy unless you can't deal with your responses or emotions.

[noohair]

Therapy is hard work. If involves a 100% effort from you. You are not picking out a friend. You should desire someone that will challenge your push back and hold your feet to the fire. That is what worked for me.

[LiamJHayden]

Yes.