Questions To Ask Your Therapist About Anxiety

Beginning Anxiety Treatment Can be Scary

If you struggle with anxiety, just making it to your first therapy session or your first session with a new therapist can feel overwhelming. It can be difficult to know what to expect.

At Inside Wellness our team of therapists completely understand those feelings. Anything new or different creates stress in our body and mind, even if it’s a change you’re excited about.

Create a Plan to Address with Your Anxiety Therapist

Something that can help you feel more in control of the situation is to have an outline or plan of what you want to ask you therapist in your initial therapy sessions. We’ve compiled a list of great questions that our clients with anxiety have asked us, so you can pick what most applies to you and feel more prepared for your first session.

Grab a notebook or the Notes app on your phone, and jot down or copy and paste the questions you want to ask!

Questions to Ask Your Anxiety Therapist

• What kind of license do you have?

• How long have you been providing therapy?

• Are you still under supervision?

• How much experience do you have in treating my issues and concerns?

• Would you say I have anxiety or an anxiety disorder?

• What triggers anxiety?

• What do you feel would be some realistic goals for me?

• Will you give me ‘homework’? What does that generally look like?

• How confident are you that my efforts and work with you will improve my anxiety?

• What type of anxiety disorders do you specialize in treating?

• What therapy modalities do you use? Eg CBT, DBT, EMDR, trauma-informed, Internal Family Systems, etc

• Do you specialize in any of these treatments, or are you more of a generalist?

• What type of therapy do you recommend for me?

• How effective is this therapy for my type of anxiety?

• How long will therapy last?

• How long will each session be?

• How often do you suggest we meet?

• What will therapy sessions with you be like?

• How do you generally structure sessions?

• Is medication an option or recommended?

• If so, are you able to prescribe that or do I need to see someone different for that?

• How do I know if you and I are a good fit to work together?

• Are you available after-hours for crises?

• Do you offer in-person and virtual sessions?

At Inside Wellness Counseling in Northern Utah, our team of therapists welcomes any and all questions! We want you to feel as confident and in control of your treatment as possible.

We will work alongside you to help you identify the best tools and resources to help you manage and improve your anxiety.

Begin Therapy for Anxiety in Utah

Seeking anxiety treatment can be the first step to being successful not only in school but also in life. Therapy for anxiety in Utah is available with our team of well-trained counselors! Follow the steps below to get connected with someone who can help you successfully navigate the pressures and expectations of life as we know it.

If you're ready to get started, you can follow these simple steps:

1. Reach out to us about scheduling a free 15-minute phone consultation.

2. Learn more about our counseling services and the members of our team.

3. Get set up with a counselor who is right for you!

Additional Services Offered at Inside Wellness

• Body Image

• Eating Disorder Therapy

• Online Therapy in Utah

Schedule a call today with our Care Coordinator, who will work with you to find the right therapist match for you.