How to Find a Therapist

Finding the right therapist for you can be difficult. Part of the challenge is the national shortage of healthcare professionals in almost every specialty. There are simply not enough highly qualified therapists available for the number of people looking to improve their quality of life through therapy. Another issue is affordability, some therapists do not accept insurance or do not accept many new patients. These factors create structural barriers to accessing care.

Let’s say the above are not an issue for you. How do you know if the person you scheduled an appointment with is actually the right therapist for you? There are many factors to consider and weigh and it helps to make an informed decision. Check out our user guides below, to help you make the important decision about which therapist may be the best fit for you at this time.

Check back for updates and special topics such as, “how to choose the right therapist for your child,” “how to choose the right therapist for helping you with ADHD” and “how to choose the right psychiatrist/medication prescriber.” While here you’re please be sure to check out the Start My Wellness therapist page to get to know our growing and highly trained team of therapists.

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Does an office’s physical location matter in the age of COVID?

Starting in December of 2021, Start My Wellness will open its doors at our new headquarters in Troy. Our goal is to provide comprehensive wellness. We want to give you many options for how you can take good care of yourself and your loved ones. Author: Anton Babushkin, PhD, Therapist, CEO

Navigating Grief and Loss

Over time, coming to terms with our losses can open the door to new opportunities. The past can’t always be healed but working through our losses is a way to validate our emotional experiences, while gaining perspective on what moving forward looks like. Author: Jordan Reynolds, MSW, LLMSW

Looking For Love – Are You Making Decisions That Sabotage What You Want?

Don’t be afraid to make your own priorities be clear – being up front will make it easier to assess whether the other person is on the same page. Author: Lindsay Hall, MSW

What Can Social Media Teach Us About Ourselves?

Social media and all of technology is a tool – therapy can help you figure out how to use it to improve or enhance your life.

Charlie Brown and Resilience

Resilient people show up to try again, with the hope that this time there will be a more favorable outcome. They have yet to succeed, but they continue to try, and that’s resilience. Author: Jacob Chmara, MA, TLLP

The Do’s and Don’ts of Saying No

The fear of disappointment, inadequacy, and selfishness often leads to our need to please others. Consider your personal needs, boundaries, & what you may be sacrificing before saying yes. Author: Jordan Reynolds, LLMSW

How Stages of Coming Out Influence Therapeutic Goals

No matter what stage you’re in, your therapist’s job is to meet you where you are and be a steady force in the background as you take control of your own coming out journey. Author: Lindsay Hall, LLMSW

I’ve Wasted So Much Time… Now What?

It’s a familiar feeling. The guilt, shame, and pure frustration of time slipping away. Maybe you didn’t accomplish all that you wanted. When you find yourself worried about wasted time or becoming lost in the image of a
predictable life, remember you are on your own timeline. Author: Jordan Reynolds, MSW

My Family Believes in Mental Health Stigmas – What Do I Do?

Oftentimes, conversations about mental health stigma focus solely on public and systemic discrimination and how they influence societal responses — however, what happens when that stigma lies in your own living room? How do you address your own mental health needs when you may be in a situation where those around you do not understand?

Acceptance and Support Improves Mental Health for LBGTQ+ Individuals

While Pride Month is often a celebration of queer love and joy, it’s important to remember the ways that judgment and oppression makes members of the LGBTQ+ community vulnerable.

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