How do I know when to end counselling?

17 Jan

Written By OLIP THERAPY - Online and In Person Therapy

The decision to end counselling can be a difficult one and it's best to discuss this with your therapist. Here are some factors that can indicate it's time to end counselling:

You have met your goals: If you have achieved the goals, you set out to accomplish during therapy, it may be a good time to consider ending counselling.
You are feeling better: If you are feeling better and have made significant progress in addressing your concerns, it may be time to end counselling.
You are not making progress: If you have been in therapy for a while and do not feel like you are making progress, it may be time to re-evaluate your therapy goals or consider a different type of therapy.
You have reached a natural ending: Sometimes, people feel that they have reached a point where they have explored all they can in therapy, and it feels like a natural ending.
It is important to keep in mind that therapy is an ongoing process, and it's normal to have ups and downs – healing is not linear. It's also important to note that sometimes ending therapy doesn't mean it's the end of your journey. It's also important to consider the possibility of scheduling follow-up sessions or check-ins to maintain the progress made during the therapy.

Ultimately, the decision to end counselling should be a collaborative one between you and your therapist, and it's important to discuss your progress and any concerns you have about ending counselling.