How to Therapy: A Basic Guide to Getting Started in Mental Health Care, for Basically Everyone

Starting therapy can feel taboo or like stepping into unknown territory. This guide was written with the hope of making that first step less overwhelming.

How to Therapy gives you the inside scoop on what really happens in therapy—without the jargon or judgment. You’ll learn how to:

• Figure out what kind of support you actually need
• Find a therapist who feels like the right fit
• Know what to expect in those early sessions
• Tell if therapy is working—or if it’s time to try a different approach

Written by Dr. Jessica A. Love Jordan, a therapist and educator committed to making healing more accessible, this free resource translates clinical insight into real-world guidance.

If you’ve ever wondered, “Would therapy even help me?”—this guide is a place to start.