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Websites of Interest:
(self-scored tests and information)
UM Comprehensive Gender Services Program
Washtenaw Rainbow Action Project
Therapy Mythbusters Archives
August 2008
"Therapy is for wimps."
Nothing could be further from the truth! Seeking and participating in therapy takes emotional strength and bravery. To face one's issues head-on requires a commitment of time and energy that can be daunting. Facing the reality of life and working to understand one's role in the world is much, much harder than burying one's head in the sand and pretending that problems will just go away on their own. Therapy is an act of courage.
July 2008
"Only crazy people get therapy."
Nope, not true. Even if I were to argue with you about what the term "crazy" really means, the fact is that many men and women seek therapy to increase their quality of life. Understanding oneself and how one relates to others is an excellent way to make changes that will positively affect you for the rest of your life. Therapy can help anyone.
June 2008:
"Once I begin therapy, I'll be in it forever. Therapy takes years and years."
Actually there is a lot of variation in how long people stay in therapy. Sometimes the process can go quickly if you're just working on one specific issue. Sometimes it goes more slowly if you're changing long-term patterns of behavior. Therapy can continue as long as you decide. You are in charge.