Effective Therapy Takes Time
“Rome wasn’t built in a day.” “Old habits die hard.” “All in good time.” The wisdom of these well-worn statements is obvious, and many people swear by them. So, wouldn’t it be great if these sentiments applied to doing therapy as well?
It’s understandable to want a quick fix to troubling psychological problems. No one wants to prolong their mental strife. But quick fixes are designed to work for the moment and not the long haul.
We at PsiAN advocate for “depth psychology,” that is, the kind of psychological treatment that examines early experiences and how they impact, positively or negatively, one’s current behavior, thoughts, feelings and relationships. Understanding how persistent patterns of behavior came to be, stemming from early childhood experiences and working through how those patterns impact your life is the most effective way to mitigate those maladaptive behaviors that impede your better self. Working with a therapist with whom you establish a trusted relationship, designed to provide a safe space to talk about your issues, has been shown to have the most benefit over time.
They say Rome wasn’t built in a day? Well, you weren’t built in a day either. It takes time to achieve mental wellness but it’s time well spent.