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Finding a therapist can feel overwhelming and confusing, with many people not even knowing where to begin.
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However, Therapy is like any other valuable service we seek out to support our well-being.
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A few easy and familiar steps can help get you connected quickly to a therapist you can work well with.
Tips to Find a Therapist
Search the Internet.
Use Google to search for Marriage and Family Therapists near you. Fine-tune your search for “therapists in my area,”…”who support LGBTQ+”…”therapists for my age group” etc.
Reach Out.
Call or email five therapists that intrigue you and leave a message asking if they are accepting new clients. If you don’t hear back in a few days, try again.
Have a Chat.
Schedule 3-5 free consultation calls and shop around.
Share about yourself, ask questions about their style, and explore how they could help you with your goals.
Trust Your Gut.
Tune in to how you feel in the meetings and choose. Factor in details like your finances or their location.
The most important factor is how you feel in working with them.
Other Ideas to Connect with a Therapist
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Friends, Family, Co-Workers
Ask those people in your life if they or their networks have reliable referrals.
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Insurance Providers
Consult your insurance provider about Mental Health coverage for In-Network and Out-of-Network Providers.
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Online Therapy Databases
Visit databases like PsychologyToday.com to search for therapists in your area
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Doctors
Request a Mental Health Referral from your Medical Physician