So, maybe your therapist said something that really got under your skin and didn't even acknowledge it, or perhaps you aren't sure if therapy is working. You might be wondering if you even need therapy anymore. It can be tempting to cancel an appointment and not respond. Yet, this might not be the best solution. Here's why and what you can do instead.

In a training I attended some years ago, the presenter proposed that people are more likely to adhere to pets' prescriptions than their own. It sounds right to me. Often, we care for others, even animals, more intensely than we watch over our own needs. Still, there is a reason you began therapy. Regardless of why you are considering leaving, it is worth discussing with your practitioner for proper closure, a referral if necessary, to discuss your hopes/fears, and perhaps conflict resolution. Your needs matter.

Sometimes, something strikes a nerve because it hits on something we haven't yet fully processed. If you have a powerful reaction to something your therapist says or does, it might be worthwhile to search inside regarding what bothers you so much about it. There could be a very good reason. At the same time, it might be a sign of something to work through.

No therapist is the perfect fit for all clients. If you aren't connecting with a therapist or don't know that they have the ideal skill set to help you, they may be able to refer you to another clinician who is in a better spot to assist you. Therapists often network together and are familiar with other providers with all kinds of styles, specialties, and personalities, including perhaps another who might be a better fit. Your........

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