Therapy doesn’t happen in a bubble. Who we are – our backgrounds, our identities, our experiences in the world – all shape how we feel, how we cope and how we show up in the therapy room. That’s why social justice matters here too.

Most of us grow up learning that uncomfortable feelings are best avoided. But what if discomfort isn’t something to be pushed away – what if it’s to be listened to?

Thinking about starting therapy but not sure what to expect? In this post, I gently challenge a few common misunderstandings about what therapy is – and isn’t. If you’re feeling unsure or hesitant, this might help clarify things and offer a clearer sense of what the process can look and feel like.