Therapy 101
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to figure it out alone. These guides cover the basics—from what to expect in your first session, to understanding the costs, to exploring different approaches and finding support for challenges like anxiety. Each resource is designed to make the process clearer and less intimidating, so you can focus on what matters most: taking care of your mental health.
Getting Therapy
Ways therapy can help
Therapy isn’t just for tough times. This article explores how it can help you manage stress, strengthen relationships, and feel more connected to yourself.
Therapist Red Flags
Learn about therapist red flags and signs that a therapist might not be the right fit for you. From poor listening to ethical violations, this article offers guidance on when to consider ending your sessions and finding a better match.
How to pay for therapy
Many people may want to try therapy, but aren’t sure if it’s affordable or not. In fact, cost is the number one reason people don’t get the mental health care they need. But there are many ways to make therapy more affordable, including choosing a therapist that’s in-network with your health insurance plan. Read on…
What is therapy
Therapy can help you reconnect with yourself and find more clarity in life. Our complete guide to getting therapy shows you what to expect, from understanding how therapy works to finding a therapist you trust. Whether you're exploring options or ready to begin, we’re here to help you move forward with confidence.
Paying for Therapy
Cost of therapy
Therapy costs vary widely based on insurance coverage, provider credentials, and treatment type. This article covers session pricing, insurance benefits, affordable alternatives, session length expectations, and whether therapy's investment delivers lasting mental health value.
Common insurance challenges
Learn about navigating mental health insurance, including verifying coverage, common therapies covered, handling preauthorization, billing errors, denied claims, and reimbursement. Gain practical strategies to manage costs, maximize benefits, and access care with less stress and confusion.
Paying for therapy
Therapy costs vary widely based on insurance coverage and provider choice. This guide explains insurance basics, government programs like Medicaid and Medicare, alternative payment methods, and solutions to common billing obstacles.
Therapy covered by Medicaid
Learn about Medicaid’s role in covering mental health treatment, including eligibility, therapy costs, types of services covered, coverage limits, differences from Medicare, and how to find therapists who accept Medicaid for accessible care.
Anxiety
The causes of anxiety
Anxiety can stem from many sources, including biology, health, trauma, and daily stress. In this article you will learn the root causes, triggers, and factors that shape anxiety so you can better understand and manage it.
What is anxiety?
Learn about what anxiety is, why it happens, how it affects the brain and body, its different forms, when to seek help, and effective strategies and treatments for managing anxiety.
Talking about anxiety
It isn’t always easy to talk about anxiety, whether you’re the one feeling anxious or supporting someone who is. This article offers supportive ways to start the conversation, ask for help, or offer comfort when it matters most.
Signs and symptoms of anxiety
Anxiety affects body, mind, and behavior—from chest tightness and racing thoughts to avoidance and irritability. In this article you will learn common signs, how symptoms vary, what worsens them, and practical ways to get relief.
Types of Therapy
Feminist therapy
Feminist therapy empowers women and marginalized groups by addressing how societal biases and power dynamics impact mental health. You'll discover its origins, applications, session structure, effectiveness, and how to find qualified practitioners.
Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)
Acceptance and commitment therapy blends mindfulness, acceptance, and value-based living to improve mental health. You will learn its origins, core principles, effectiveness, common applications, and what ACT sessions typically look like
Multicultural counseling
Multicultural counseling is a framework that trains therapists to embrace all aspects of a client's cultural identity, including race, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic background. Learn how this approach works and how to find a therapist who truly sees you for who you are.
Schema therapy
Schema therapy is like rewiring the mental patterns you developed as a child to survive difficult situations. Learn how this approach helps you understand intense emotional reactions and build healthier adult responses.