Starting Therapy: Taking the First Step Toward Healing and Growth
Making the decision to start therapy is a brave and meaningful choice. Whether you’ve been thinking about it for a while or you’re just beginning to explore the idea, reaching out for support shows courage and self-awareness. At Create Space Therapy, we’re here to make the process feel safe, welcoming, and easy to begin.
When You’re Thinking About Starting Therapy
Many people consider therapy when they notice that life feels heavier, harder, or more confusing than usual. You might be:
Feeling anxious, on edge, or overwhelmed
Experiencing low mood, sadness, or loss of motivation
Struggling with relationships, boundaries, or communication
Feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns or uncertain about your next steps
Coping with grief, trauma, or a major life transition
Wanting to understand yourself better or create positive change
If any of this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. Therapy provides a space where your feelings are heard, your experiences are honored, and your goals become the focus of intentional, supportive work.
Why Therapy Can Be Beneficial
Therapy isn’t just for when things feel unbearable. It can also be a space for growth, insight, and empowerment. Working with a therapist can help you:
Gain clarity about your emotions and behaviors
Learn effective coping skills to manage stress and anxiety
Heal from past experiences that continue to affect you
Improve your relationships and communication patterns
Strengthen self-compassion and confidence
Develop tools to handle life’s challenges with more ease and resilience
Therapy offers you a consistent, confidential space where you can explore, reflect, and heal at your own pace. With a professional who truly listens and supports your journey, change is possible.
How to Get Started
At Create Space Therapy, getting started is simple and supportive.
Email us at info@createspacetherapy.com to be connected with a licensed therapist.
Free 15-Minute Consultation:
We offer a free 15-minute consultation so you can get to know your potential therapist, ask questions, and see if it feels like a good fit.
Intake Paperwork:
Once you decide to move forward, your therapist will send you intake paperwork. Paperwork will include consents, your rights, and a questionnaire. This questionaire helps us understand your background, needs, and goals so sessions can be personalized for you.
Schedule Your First Session:
Together, you’ll find a time that works best for your first full session.
What an Intake Appointment Looks Like
Your first therapy session, often called an intake appointment, is all about getting to know you. It’s a space to share what brings you to therapy and what you’d like to work on. This session as well as therapy, always moves at your own pace.
During this session, your therapist may:
Ask about your background, current challenges, and what’s been most difficult lately
Explore what you hope to gain from therapy
Discuss practical details like scheduling, confidentiality, and the therapy process
Begin to establish a comfortable, trusting connection with you
There’s no pressure to share everything at once. Your therapist will guide the conversation with care and curiosity, making sure you feel supported and respected throughout
You Don’t Have to Do It Alone
Starting therapy can feel like a big step. It’s one that opens the door to healing, clarity, and meaningful change. At Create Space Therapy, we’re here to walk with you through that process, offering compassion, skill, and space for growth.
If you’re ready to begin or simply want to learn more, we’d love to connect.
Reach out today to schedule your free 15-minute consultation with a licensed therapist.
You deserve support, understanding, and a space that’s entirely for you. Let’s create that space together.
