53. How to prepare for therapy: 7 Tips for Getting the Most out of Your Sessions

Written By Kimberly Knull, RPsych

Whether you’re new to therapy or have long-standing weekly appointments, it’s easy to second-guess yourself or consider skipping a session. Because, let's face it, showing up and unpacking heavy stuff takes a lot of mental energy.

But getting the most out of therapy requires more than just showing up; it takes preparation. That’s why I’m sharing seven tips to help you get ready for therapy. These tips will help you shake off pre-session jitters and come prepared with helpful, guiding questions so you can walk away knowing you’re making meaningful progress in your healing journey. 

Explore if therapy is right for you.

Kimberly Knull, RPsych

Kimberly Knull is a Registered Psychologist, motivational speaker and trained by Brené Brown as a Dare to Lead™ and Daring Way™ facilitator. She’s the Co-Founder of Momentum Walk-In Counselling Society, recognized as one of Avenue magazine’s Top 40 Under 40, and dabbled as a local celebrity as CBC AM Radio’s parenting columnist. Her favorite pastimes include whipping up a yummy cheese souffle, hanging with friends, riding her horses or playing the piano. She lives with her husband and two girls in Edmonton, Alberta, but has big dreams of moving to the country.

https://www.kimberlyknull.com
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