Most of us need therapy or could use the support of a licensed mental health counselor at some point in our lives. But many people still hold onto stereotypes of the past. These myths can keep some from seeing a therapist when needed. Below, we debunk three of the most common misconceptions about therapy.

A mental health professional provides support to those experiencing emotional distress. They may use a variety of therapeutic techniques such as therapy and medication, or different methods like music or art, in order to help their client, manage anxiety and depression symptoms.

Couples who wish to repair their marriage and make it stronger should consider marriage therapy. They will learn how to communicate their needs with each other in a constructive way that does not point fingers but rather learns from the mistakes of past relationships. There is a surge in couples seeking therapy.

Cognitive-behavioral therapy is a psychotherapeutic treatment that aims to identify and improve the behavioral changes due to the above-mentioned reasons. It tries to divert your mind from negative emotions and behaviors and leads you to think clearly and according to the present situation. The treatment slowly changes your automatic negative thoughts that usually contribute and worsen your depression, anxiety, and emotional difficulties. Most of these spontaneous negative thoughts eventually have a detrimental effect on your mood.