Starting therapy can bring up a lot of emotions. You may feel hopeful, nervous, uncertain, relieved- or all of those things at once. At Leeward Counseling, we believe therapy should feel approachable, collaborative, and deeply supportive from the very beginning.

One of the most common questions we hear is: “What actually happens in therapy during the first few sessions?”

The truth is, therapy is not about lying on a couch while someone silently takes notes. It is a real conversation between two people working together toward meaningful change. In this guide, we’ll walk you through what you can expect during your first three therapy sessions so you can feel more comfortable, prepared, and confident taking that first step.

Going to therapy, especially for the first time, can feel intimidating - but, at Leeward, it doesn’t have to be. In this guide, we’ll walk you through exactly what to expect from your first therapy session so you can arrive feeling calm, prepared, and hopeful about the positive changes ahead.