What happens during my first therapy appointment?

Your first appointment is an opportunity for your therapist to begin understanding you, the concerns that brought you to therapy, and what you’re hoping to change.

You’ll have time to discuss your current difficulties, relevant personal history, and strengths. Your therapist will also explain their approach, review confidentiality, and answer your questions.

The initial assessment process may take one or two sessions. As your therapist develops a clearer understanding of your needs, you’ll work together to identify goals and consider an appropriate treatment approach.

You don’t need to arrive with a perfectly organized explanation of what’s happening. Part of therapy is developing that understanding together.