What therapy really is

Written By beverley harper

Therapy Is a Relationship, Not a Transaction

Therapy is often described in clinical or technical terms, but at its heart it is a deeply human process. It is a space where you can show up exactly as you are, without pressure to perform or pretend.

Therapy is built on three things:

  • connection

  • trust

  • understanding

It unfolds at your pace. It supports your individual needs. It honours both your past and the present moment.


Therapy Can Help You

  • understand your emotional world

  • make sense of longstanding patterns

  • feel less alone with your experiences

  • process difficult or painful moments

  • develop healthier ways of coping

  • build self awareness and self compassion

You do not need to be in crisis to seek therapy.
Wanting support, clarity or change is reason enough.

Therapy Is Not

  • a quick fix

  • a place of judgement

  • a test you need to pass

  • something you must get “right”

There is no correct way to begin therapy.
There is only your way.


beverley harper
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