Many people expect therapy to feel natural straight away, like opening up to someone who instantly understands you. But the reality is that, for a lot of people, the early sessions can feel a little awkward, unfamiliar, or even uncomfortable. If that’s been your experience, you’re not alone.
Starting therapy means sharing parts of yourself you might not be used to talking about. You’re sitting with someone you’ve just met and being invited to discuss thoughts and feelings that may feel personal or difficult to put into words. It makes sense that this can feel strange at first. Building that trust that allows you to talk more freely takes time.
It can also take a few sessions to understand how your therapist works. They might ask questions you’re not expecting, stay quiet to give you space, or explore topics more gradually than you anticipated. This can feel unfamiliar, or awkward, but these approaches are often part of helping you reflect and understand yourself more deeply.
It’s completely okay to talk to your therapist about how you’re feeling. If you’re unsure where to start or are finding the process a bit stiff, saying so can help the work move forward. Therapists expect this, and they’re trained to help you ease into the process at a pace that feels manageable.
Over time, as you get to know one another, the sessions often become more natural. You may start to feel more comfortable expressing yourself and exploring emotions that were harder to talk about in the beginning. The initial awkwardness usually fades as you settle into the relationship and begin to understand how therapy can support you.
If the discomfort doesn’t improve after several sessions, you can start to think about whether a different therapist might be a better fit. Feeling safe and understood is important for therapy to be effective. But sometimes a slightly awkward start is simply part of the process, and often the beginning of something meaningful.
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