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Almost every Hollywood depiction of therapy shows an elderly-looking man sitting in a chair across from his patient, a notepad in hand.
“And how did it make you feel?” he asks while adjusting his glasses for effect.
Those who regularly attend therapy sessions know that’s not how it works. With the emphasis on “regular”, therapy has changed how people live their lives and helped them unlearn toxic behavior.
Call it the dismantling of problematic patterns if you must. Whatever your thoughts on therapy, one undeniable fact is that it serves your mental health and well-being.
Many people swear that therapy is the best form of self-care. While the aim is always the same, the pathway to healing can take different routes.
Below, we’ll explain how different types of therapy can be food for the soul and how they can address diverse challenges.
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