Living everyday life can mean having your own share of joys and laughter, as well as stressors and losses. Everyone experiences the ups and downs of life. You may find that you can manage these ups and downs quite well at times, though there may be other times that you feel you need some help. If you are feeling stuck in your own world of grief, depression, anger, anxiety, relationship problems, and/or experiencing a relapse, you may feel like you getting to your breaking point. You may need some assistance in working past these intense feelings and you deserve support in navigating these challenges.

The Value of Talking: Can Talking About It Really Help?

If you feel like bottling up your feelings is easier than talking about it, you certainly are not alone. Many individuals report feeling the same way. You may not want to “bother” your family or friends but know deep down that it is not healthy to keep your feelings to yourself. These feelings may even bother you to the point that they affect your daily life and functioning. Stuffing your feelings may even affect your sleep patterns, eating, performance in school or work, relationships, etc. This may even lead to development of depression and/or anxiety.

While talking about your feelings may not necessarily make your problems or intrusive symptoms go away, it can help you to feel better. Knowing that someone is listening and truly hearing you can be very healing. When you begin to feel better, you can begin to think more clearly, allowing you to make better decisions and work toward finding a balance that works for you.

Why See a Therapist

Talking to family and friends is important, they may be able to provide the kind of support that no one else can. The same is true for a relationship with a therapist who is the best fit for you. Confiding in friends and family alone may leave you feeling misunderstood, and it may be difficult for them to remain impartial and unbiased.

Your therapist will have a greater ability to remain impartial, giving you feedback to help you find the right path for you. This can be particularly helpful should your concern involve marital or family conflicts. You can also trust them to keep matters private. Speaking with a therapist is confidential and can provide you with the type of privacy you want and deserve.

Finding the Right Therapist

There can be many benefits to therapy, often individuals will report experiencing relief due to “just feeling heard”, though there is far more to therapy than talking. When you find the right therapist, you can begin to address factors that may be holding you back from reaching your full potential and may even feel empowered to share your feelings with those close to you. Therapy can help you to function more effectively in your everyday life.

If you are ready to take that weight off your chest, call Carolina Counseling Services – Fuquay-Varina, NC. Beginning therapy with a licensed, independently contracted therapist can help you to feel more positive and hopeful, working through the intense emotions that may be causing you difficulty. Call now; that call may be the best decision you will ever make.