Episode 167: Unpopular Opinion from a Therapist: Therapy Doesn’t “Fix” You

Jul 29, 2024
 

 

                     

 

 

It is a fairly common belief that therapy fixes people. As a therapist I'm hear to tell you that it won't. I think most therapists would agree with me on this, but people who are not therapists may not. So let me explain.

When clients come to therapy for the first time I frequently hear them say, “Fix me!” I get it! You have a mental or emotional health problem and you need it fixed, so you call a therapist. Trust me when I say, I'm glad you did! But there are three big reasons why therapy doesn’t fix you or your problems. In this episode I am explaining what those are and what therapy will actually do for you.

Additional Resources

Check out the LDS Mental Health Skills Deck. I created deck of 52 skill cards that help you Strengthen and Fortify your Mental Health through a gospel lens so you can:

Have CLARITY IN YOUR THOUGHTS for more peace and cope with life’s stresses

Receive DIVINE HELP to increase energy and work productively

COMMUNICATE YOUR NEEDS and desires to connect and improve relationships

PROCESS YOUR EMOTIONS to create healing and have better self-care

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Niki Olsen is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Therapist and coach who uses mental health skills taught through a spiritual perspective. This is a podcast for faithful women who want healing in their relationships, guidance from God and internal peace. 
This podcast reflects Niki's personal views and is not affiliated with or endorsed by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health care or therapy. If you are in crisis, call 988 or your local emergency services.

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