Am I Ready for Therapy?

A Gentle Self Reflection Questionnaire

Starting therapy can feel like a big step. Many people are unsure whether they are truly ready. This questionnaire is designed to help you reflect on your emotional landscape. It does not diagnose or assess. It simply helps bring clarity.

Answer each statement with:

  • Yes

  • Sometimes

  • No

Part 1 — Your Emotional Landscape

  • I often feel overwhelmed by my emotions

    Yes / Sometimes / No

  • I find myself worrying or overthinking

    Yes / Sometimes / No

  • I have patterns I cannot change alone

    Yes / Sometimes / No

  • I feel stuck or disconnected

    Yes / Sometimes / No

  • My emotional reactions sometimes feel strong or confusing

    Yes / Sometimes / No

Part 2 — Your Internal Experience

  • I feel like I am carrying things I have not processed

    Yes / Sometimes / No

  • I struggle to talk openly about how I feel

    Yes / Sometimes / No

  • I sometimes feel alone with what I am carrying

    Yes / Sometimes / No

  • I want to understand myself more deeply

    Yes / Sometimes / No

  • I am tired of pretending I am fine

    Yes / Sometimes / No

Part 3 — Your Support and Resources

  • I do not always feel I have the support I need

    Yes / Sometimes / No

  • I want a safe space to talk

    Yes / Sometimes / No

  • I am open to exploring at my own pace

    Yes / Sometimes / No

  • I am willing to learn healthier coping tools

    Yes / Sometimes / No

  • I want to invest time in my wellbeing

    Yes / Sometimes / No

Part 4 — Your Readiness to Begin

  • I imagine feeling relieved after speaking to someone

    Yes / Sometimes / No

  • I know something needs to change

    Yes / Sometimes / No

  • I am not sure which direction to take

    Yes / Sometimes / No

  • I have been thinking about therapy for a while

    Yes / Sometimes / No

  • I want life to feel easier or more grounded

    Yes / Sometimes / No

What Your Score Suggests

32 to 40 — You are ready

Therapy will likely feel grounding and supportive.

24 to 31 — You are ready, even if unsure

Hesitation is normal. You still stand to benefit.

16 to 23 — You are on the edge of readiness

Reflect gently. You may be closer than you think.

0 to 15 — You may not feel ready yet

This is fine. Take care. You can return to this anytime.

Scoring

Yes = 2 points
Sometimes = 1 point
No = 0 points

Maximum = 40

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