When Therapy May Be Helpful

Any of the following are common reasons why people seek the help of a professional:

Treatment of a Clinical Illness

Referral from doctor or other medical professional
Thoughts or feelings of suicide or harming others
Feeling down or depressed for a while and can 't snap out of it
Being unable to do the daily things you used to do

Getting Through Life's Challenges

Going through a major life transition such as a divorce or chronic illness
Wanting to understand yourself and your past better
Handling difficult relationships

Treatment of Drug and Alcohol Problems

Drinking too much or using recreational drugs
Having drugs or alcohol interfere with your life

If you are thinking about seeing a therapist, take a look at our Getting Help Worksheet for steps to take toward treatment.