Soulmates, twin-flames, perfect-matches, what do all these terms have in common? What do they all share? It is the idea that there is another person out there who not only understands us but that we are compatible with. Now, compatibility doesn’t sound romantic and people often do say, “opposites attract”. However, hear me out. Although differences of opinion are healthy to an extent they are not necessarily a relationship make.

In recent years, therapy has been normalized and encouraged more often than before. Despite this, you may still have some reservations about whether therapy would be beneficial for you. I’d like to remind you that anyone can benefit from the support of a therapist. My hope is that you find a therapist who is inviting, empathetic, and provides a safe space for you. While there is an abundance of information available to show the benefits of therapy, there is also a ton of misinformation out there. Here are five misconceptions about therapy explained.