What is therapy, really?

If you’ve never been to therapy before, you might wonder what it’s actually like — do you have to lie on a couch? What if you don’t know what to say? Here’s the truth: therapy is just a safe, supportive space where you can be fully yourself. It’s a place to untangle your thoughts, explore what’s been weighing you down, and learn new ways to cope, grow, and feel more like you again.

At Cozy Cardigan Therapy, we believe therapy isn’t about “fixing” you — because you’re not broken. It’s about slowing down, getting curious about your experiences, and finding gentle ways to heal and move forward. Whether you’re processing trauma, navigating anxiety, or feeling stuck in a life transition, therapy gives you space to breathe and sort through things without judgment or pressure.

Every session is personalized to what you need in that moment. Some days it’s deep reflection, other days it’s problem-solving, and sometimes it’s just about having a calm, comforting space to talk things through. Over time, you’ll start to feel more grounded, confident, and connected to yourself again.

If you’ve been thinking about starting therapy but feel nervous or unsure, that’s completely okay — you’re not alone in that. Reaching out is the hardest part, and once you do, we’ll take it one step at a time together.