The term “psychotherapy” can mean different things to different people.  Originally developed to identify and treat emotional and behavioral disturbances, therapy is now also utilized as a path to emotional fulfillment, enriched self-awareness, and to promote healthy interpersonal functioning.

The key to finding a good therapist is YOU – who you know yourself to be, how you navigate the world, your relational ”style,” and what you want to accomplish in psychotherapy.  Finding and working with the ideal therapist for you can seem like a daunting process.  Don’t lose hope!  It can be frustrating at times, but with some basic information (and self-knowledge), I’m certain you can find the best therapist for you. 

If you're considering psychotherapy, several options are available.  One of those options is group therapy.  Group therapy is a form of psychotherapy that involves a trained, experienced, and licensed therapist working with several people at the same time.  This often also makes group therapy a more affordable option than individual therapy (it does not, however, make it any less effective or beneficial).  Groups can be as small as three or four people, but group therapy sessions often involve around six to ten individuals.