People often wonder whether they need therapy. They know that it will take time and resources. And they wonder whether it will be a worthwhile investment. This is especially true of “talk therapy.” Therapy is an opportunity to take time out of a busy life to reflect on yourself. Many people do decide to invest in therapy and counselling and find that it helps them address their concerns. These may include low mood and worry. Or they may have relationship concerns or low self-esteem. Some people start therapy because they want to work on being more creative and less self-critical so that they can feel more fulfilled in their lives.
Issues that aren’t properly addressed reduce quality of life and limit happiness. Unaddressed issues can build up over time and become increasingly distressing. They can start to have a negative effect on relationships and even physical health.