When beginning therapy, there are a few critical decisions, such as selecting the appropriate treatment approach, locating a therapist you can trust, and figuring out how to fit sessions into your schedule.
Should you try to schedule your appointment for the beginning of the week? Is doing it during your lunch break a bad idea? Is there a perfect therapeutic timetable even possible? The time you select may have a more significant impact than you realize in the latter case.
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No, there isn’t a “one size fits all” solution, and figuring out the best time for you can require trial and error.
Contemplate The Issue You Want To Bring
Up.
While it’s difficult to predict with any level of assurance what issues will come up during a session, having an idea of the topics you intend to discuss might help you arrange the time for your next appointment.
A session in the middle of the workday might not be the best if you are working on intense trauma that drains you after each session. Setting aside time to manage yourself will ensure that it won’t negatively impact your day.
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Think About How Processing Appears To
You.
You may have noticed that you need more time to analyze your session if you had therapy during lunch at work and then had to rush off to a meeting an hour later since your mind was still busy generating thoughts. In similar circumstances, you should aim to plan your therapy appointment for a time when you’ll have some time to gather your thoughts afterward.
If your schedule permits it, creating a post-therapy routine might be beneficial for allowing your emotions to settle after a stressful session. It can be as simple as getting some rest, taking a stroll, reading your favorite book, or drinking tea calmly.