Blumberg is a contributor for TIME. Blumberg is a contributor for TIME. If you’re thinking about going to therapy for the first time, you might feel a mix of emotions: excitement to get a professional ...

Just like athletes warm up before a big game, mental health experts say preparing for therapy can transform your experience. Greg Lamont, clinical director at Juniper Mountain Counseling, reveals that ...

At the start of every appointment, my therapist asks, “What’s on your agenda?” I’ve been seeing the same therapist for about eight years, so there’s been plenty of time to develop a routine. I treat ...

When you take your car to the car mechanic, you know what’s going to happen: Your car will get repaired. When you break a bone and visit your doctor, you know what’s going to happen: Your bone will be ...