Therapy typically involves consistent visits and many people set weekly appointments. The length of time one person is in therapy may vary greatly depending upon the person and what is being addressed. Therapy can last anywhere from a few sessions to a few years. Therefore, the 4pm on Fridays that you have your eye on may take as long as a year or more to become open.
There is no wrong time to seek support. There are times when it is more proactive instead of reactive. Reach out when the idea initially comes to mind. (If your relationship is a tree, seek support when the leaves start to wither instead of when they start to fall off). Be honest about the type of support you want. Find the therapist who is right for your relationship.
Total wellness involves being the best version of yourself in any given moment. Being the best you in any given moment is not about perfection, it is about showing up in your life and your relationships in a manner that feels healthy for you. Finding the right therapist is one way to support this endeavor.
