May 3, 2022

Studio Talk: Real Conversations About Mental Health.

Signs That You Are With The Right Therapist. Season 1 Episode 5.

In this episode the co-hosts, Xiomara and Victoria, have a discussion about whether or not you have found the right therapist for you.  They provide examples of how to go about finding a therapist who is a good fit and  some specific examples of what to look for.  Much details are discussed about the green flags of a good therapist in addition to some specific red flags to look out for. 

In addition, they discuss some issues related to finding a therapist who is culturally competent in serving marginalized and underserved communities and some key issues to look out for when searching for a provider who is actually appropriate in serving those communities and why. 

They encourage the listeners to provide feedback, comments as well as their opinions and experiences about finding a good therapist. The discussion offers resources and references for listeners to review and examine and listeners are encouraged to do their own research and draw their own conclusions about the issues discussed. As in all fields and professions, there is good and bad found and the co-hosts recognize that as reality and have an honest conversation about it.

Green Flags About Your Therapist 

You feel comfortable and safe with your therapist. 

Your therapist sets appropriate boundaries with you. 

Your therapist respects your goals for treatment and does not have their own agenda

Your therapist does not give you advice or tell you what to do on big decisions. 

Your therapist is talking less than you are in a session. Our job is primarily to listen. 

You feel fully accepted for who you are. 

Your therapist specializes and has experience and training regarding the issues that   brought you into therapy. 

You feel respected by your therapist. 

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References:  

American Psychological Association

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/signs-of-a-good-therapist

https://www.wellandgood.com/changing-therapists/

https://psychcentral.com/blog/10-signs-you-need-a-new-therapist#3

Mental Health Resources:

https://www.thex-studio.org/resources

Studio Talk contact: studiotalkmentalhealth@gmail.com

Learn more about our co-hosts: Xiomara A. Sosa www.thex-studio.org Victoria Lockridge https://www.wildvioletcounseling.com/

The Studio Talk podcast and the information provided by Xiomara A. Sosa and Victoria Lockridge are solely intended for educational and social change advocacy purposes and are not a substitute for advice, diagnosis, or treatment regarding medical or mental health conditions. Although they are  licensed mental health counselors, the views expressed on this site or any related content should not be taken for medical, psychological or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician or appropriate mental health provider before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health.

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PLEASE READ: If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call a local emergency telephone number or go immediately to the nearest emergency room. If you are in crisis, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/  or 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or your local emergency services.