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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Fostering Independence in Children

The path to independence includes many trials and setbacks but leads children to autonomy and self-awareness.

Attracting New Patients: Strategies & Insights for Therapy Practices

Private practice inherently demands a dynamic balance; while working with an established roster of patients, there’s a continuous need to enhance one’s skills and expand the patient base to secure the practice’s success.

Codependency vs. Independence: Meanings & Contexts

The concepts of codependence and independence are both critical aspects of personal development, bearing a resemblance to the importance of self-esteem.

Mastering Private Practice: A Clinician’s Guide to Financial Management

The transition from clinician to business owner brings forth the challenge of grappling with financial instruments such as balance sheets, income statements, and statements of cash flow.

What is Self-Esteem and Why is it Useful?

Self-esteem stands as a cornerstone of mental and emotional well-being, central to which is the ability to conduct an accurate self-assessment.

How Does Therapy Work and How Can it Help Me?

Therapy is fundamentally about self-empowerment and personal growth. It encourages individuals to examine their life’s challenges and to question the extent to which their own actions, abilities, or circumstances have influenced these challenges.

What’s the Difference Between OCD and ADHD?

Due to the overlap of symptoms, for many, OCD and ADHD can appear to be the same condition, and distinguishing between the two can be difficult for those unfamiliar with how these conditions arise, the cause of their symptoms, and how to address them.

Building Self-Worth: Pathways to Esteem and Confidence

Understanding that self-esteem and self-confidence are learned skills opens the door to developing them through deliberate actions.

ADHD vs Anxiety: Understanding the Overlap and Differences

Understanding the nuanced differences between ADHD and Anxiety is crucial for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment.

From Doubt to Confidence: Nurturing Your Self-Esteem

Building self-confidence relies on practicing new skills and embracing unfamiliar tasks without expecting instant proficiency.

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