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Why Starting Therapy Feels Hard: Understanding the Barriers & How to Move Past Them

Starting therapy can feel intimidating, especially when stigma, fear, and misinformation get in the way. This blog explores the common reasons people avoid therapy, normalizes these concerns, and offers compassionate insight into how therapy can help reduce barriers and support meaningful healing.