Signs that therapy is working out for you

​​Day 1:Wow, today I feel so much better! I can’t believe that the techniques my therapist suggested have helped me feel this way.

Day 5: AHHH, I feel so burnt out! Nothing seems to be helping, and I'm really trying not to fall back into my old negative patterns of coping with stress.

Day 10: Oh wait! I feel a bit better again. Wow, dealing with stress and other things in my life feels a bit more manageable now!

It’s clear that therapy is not a linear journey. There are ups and downs along the way. However, there are signs that indicate significant, albeit gradual, changes in your overall well-being. I love signs, whether they relate to therapy, love, or even manifestation. So what would those signs look like for you? Are you ready to explore “Signs that therapy is working for you”?

These are the signs you have been looking for so long. It’s not about a person or a place you want to see, but rather the signs that show therapy is working for you.

1 Self-awareness becomes part of your daily routine

The more you share about yourself with your therapist, the better you will understand your thoughts, feelings, and patterns. This includes aspects of yourself that you might have overlooked. Increased self-awareness allows you to break free from toxic patterns or behaviors. The next time you encounter a similar situation, you will be better equipped to handle it effectively.

2 You are able to accept yourself a bit more

This process may take some time for people, but if it feels long, it doesn’t mean that your thinking patterns aren’t improving. As mentioned before, there will be days when you might struggle to accept yourself, but there will also be days when you do. Accepting your personality as it is—including your insecurities, dating patterns, and attachment styles—is an important step. With therapy, you can make progress in accepting these behaviors more fully.

3 Have tips and techniques to control your spirals or emotions: 

This is a sign that therapy is working: when the sessions are over, the tips and techniques you and your therapist developed together remain with you even in their absence. These techniques may include mindfulness practices, grounding exercises, writing a letter to yourself, and reframing your thoughts, among others.

4 You are able to identify your coping patterns and replace them with better ones

Binge eating, substance abuse, and avoidance are common coping patterns that many of us resort to during times of stress. Please don’t misunderstand my intentions; I’m not trying to shame anyone. I, too, experienced a binge eating cycle during stressful periods. However, with the help of therapy and my therapist, I was able to develop healthier coping strategies to manage those overwhelming feelings. Some alternatives that you might consider include journaling, eating healthier, listening to music, and practicing self-talk. If you find yourself on a similar journey, kudos to you! You're doing great!

5 Your relationships with your peers, family, partners are getting better:

Mental health affects not only you as an individual but also the people around you, such as friends, family, and partners. It can strain these relationships and sometimes lead to miscommunication. However, through therapy, as your relationship with yourself improves, those positive changes often extend to your interpersonal relationships. This growth can result in higher levels of patience and empathy towards others.

I hope this blog post serves as a reassurance and reminder to everyone currently in therapy or considering it—that the effort will be worth it in the end. Wishing you all an amazing week ahead, filled with better opportunities and hopeful days! Until the next blog post, stay safe, stay happy, and keep smiling!