Is therapy right for me?
Seeking out therapy is an individual choice.  Working with a therapist can help provide insight, support, and new strategies for all types of life challenges.  Therapy is right for anyone who is interested in getting the most out of their life by taking responsibility, creating greater self-awareness, and working towards change.

Do I really need therapy? I can usually handle my problems.
Everyone goes through challenging situations in life.  While you may have successfully navigated through other difficulties you've faced, there's nothing wrong with seeking out extra support when you need it.  In fact, therapy is for people who have enough self-awareness to realize they need a helping hand, and that is something to be admired.  You are taking responsibility by accepting where you're at in life and making a commitment to positively change the situation by seeking therapy.

How can therapy help me?
A number of benefits are available from participating in psychotherapy.  Therapy can provide support, problem-solving skills, and enhanced coping strategies.  Many people also find therapy to be a tremendous asset in managing personal growth, interpersonal relationships, and the hassles of daily life.  Therapy can provide a fresh perspective on a difficult problem or point you in the direction of a solution.  The benefits you obtain from therapy depend on how well you use the process and put into practice what you learn.  I believe that people get out of therapy what they put into it.  I  believe that people will achieve their therapeutic goals and desires when they are committed to making changes and dedicated to putting in the work and effort needed to transform themselves and their relationship.           

Is medication a substitute for therapy?
In some cases a combination of medication and therapy is the right course of action.  Working with your medical doctor or a psychiatrist, you can determine what is best for you.  It is well established that the long-term solution to mental and emotional problems and the pain they cause cannot be solved solely by medication.  Instead of just treating the symptom, therapy addresses the cause of your distress and the behavior patterns that curb your progress.  You can best achieve sustainable growth and a greater sense of well-being with an integrative approach to wellness.