Recording a great therapist video is easier than you think. The best videos are just a version of the way you’d start a relationship with any new client, particularly in an age of online therapy. A good format keeps it simple. First introduce yourself, giving them a background of your experience and qualifications, and then…
Thank you for letting us know, you haven’t heard back. Mental Health Match has now followed up with your therapist. Therapists are often busy, and there can be many reasons for delayed responses. Whether they’re booked up, managing a heavy caseload, or simply on vacation, there’s also a chance your message got lost in the…
Thinking therapy might be helpful for you? Maybe you already are in therapy but feel like your needs have changed? Here are 7 questions and answers about how to find the therapist that works best for you. 1. Where can I look for a therapist? Mental Health Match offers a free survey to match you…
When you’re in need of mental health support, having to deal with how to pay for it can feel like an additional burden. To help remove confusion and stress, here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions about how to pay for therapy. 1. How much does therapy cost? The cost for a…
Starting therapy can feel brave and exciting, but also overwhelming or uncomfortable. To ease you into this new chapter, we have compiled some of the questions that we get asked the most. 1. What will I talk about in therapy or counseling In therapy, people often talk about what is on their mind or causing…
You may be wondering how to improve your therapist profile to get the most referrals. Well, after matching over 500,000 therapy seekers, Mental Health Match has learned a lot about what makes for a successful profile. This short guide provides our best advice for improving your profile. To best use this guide, start with the…
Sometimes, therapy can feel uncomfortable. In therapy, we address difficult feelings or moments of trauma so that we can examine them and heal. However, the discomfort of processing difficult feelings or memories is different from the experience of ineffective therapy. Even during the uncomfortable times, you should feel connected and safe with your therapist. That…
Therapists use a variety of therapeutic approaches to help people heal, understand and cope. Since Sigmund Freud established the first forms of modern psychotherapy in the beginning of the last century, the practice continues to mature to meet a diverse range of cultural, generational and individual experiences. Some therapies focus on thoughts, some on emotions,…
In caring for ourselves, we often don’t know where to start. The acronym of NEW START can help. The 8th and final letter stands for: Trust in the Divine / Universe: Firstly, it’s important to acknowledge that faith can provide a sense of purpose and meaning in life. Believing in something greater than oneself can…
In caring for ourselves, we often don’t know where to start. The acronym of NEW START can help. The 7th letter stands for: Rest: Rest, including both sleep and relaxation, is an essential aspect of maintaining good mental health and overall functioning. It’s not just about feeling less tired; it plays a fundamental role in…