It is common to feel an immediate relief from therapy as clients begin to deal with issues possibly for the first time. Therapy can bring about an immediate improvement for some as a result of clarifying painful situations, identifying goals and sharing how they feel or what is happening to them. Sometimes the change is more gradual, taking place over time, while others may realize the benefits once the therapy has come to an end. One way of recording your own progress is to keep a journal or diary on which you can look back. Exploring painful events and memories can make you feel worse before feeling better. This is something which will be discussed in our sessions so that we can consider strategies for coping with difficult feelings. There may not be any sudden revelations or answers which turn things around. Much of the improvement also depends on the client’s commitment to the process and their willingness to reflect and develop awareness between each session.

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