As humans, we’re wired for the familiar — even if it’s not what’s right for us! Familiarity feels safe, the unknown feels dangerous. Stepping away from the familiar takes bravery. Moving from inertia to action is intimidating.

But. . .change is where the juice is! New experiences, relationships, jobs, environments challenge us to grow, emerging into newer, often richer versions of who we are.

Yes! It’s scary and uncomfortable to break out of old roles, patterns and spaces. Having someone walk beside you through it all helps. Culturally, many of us have internalized the message that we have to go it alone or shouldn’t depend on others.

But that’s not true — humans need each other — especially when things feel upended.

Everyone’s journey is unique.

For some folks, change wakes up old wounds that need careful tending to. That’s tender work that takes time.

For others, therapy through a transition only requires temporary scaffolding. Length of support is something we collaborate on with each of our clients.

Therapy is helpful if you’re feeling destabilized, uncertain, afraid or alone; or if change is causing stress, anxiety, and disruption in your life. It can also be useful when you just need a sounding board or objective other person to make room to help clarify things.

It’s always great to talk to a friend about how you’re feeling. Working with a therapist is different and has meaningful benefits.

We’re trained to notice patterns more quickly and to use interventions more precisely. Some issues are complex and require evidence-based approaches tailored to a client’s diagnosis or life situation.

This helps to move progress forward when things feel stuck.