Hemmingway,

Going through a break up or any life changing event can be challenging and will take some time to bounce back from. Although I’ve never gone to therapy for a break up, I have just recently finished therapy over the subject of the death of my mother. I cannot tell you how beneficial it was.

I too tried self help techniques: podcasts, reading, writing, working out, anything that seemed to get my endorphins pumping so my mood would benefit. It’s true, all of these things did help, but there were things still hidden deep down-feelings and thoughts- that I just needed to get out into the open and share. Therapy allowed to heal, grow, and finally care for myself and well-being.

I recently just graduated from Penn State with my Bachelors of Science in Psychology and I truly believe everyone would go to therapy at least once in their life time. Why do I say this? Because we’re all human. We all make mistakes and research shows, our brains are “wried” to focus on the negative aspect of things more so than the positive. Therapy can help break down some of the “road blocks” I like to call them, in order for you to create new ways of thinking. This helps you see the good in every situation. This is what therapy helped me do.

Here’s what I suggest if you’re still interested:

Go to Psychologytoday.com – they allow you to look up local psychologists in your area that are covered under you healthcare (if you have any).

Next I would read some reviews on the psychologist. Learn a little about them- where they went to school and such.

Then, I would just make the appointment! Whats the worst that happens? You figure out it wasn’t for you? Hey, at least you gave it a try. You don’t have anything to lose expect your anxiety, fears, and everything else you’ve been burying inside!

-Cara. MindfulMentality