Why Sticking with Therapy Through the Tough Times Matters
Embarking on a journey of therapy is a courageous step toward better mental health, but let’s be honest—sometimes, it’s not easy. Therapy can stir up difficult feelings, bring past hurts to the surface, and require patience before results are visible. But staying committed to your sessions, even when it’s hard, is a key part of the healing process.
This blog explores why perseverance in therapy matters, particularly for younger generations navigating mental health challenges and for older generations just beginning their therapeutic journey—especially within the queer and BIPOC communities.
Hard Feelings Are Part of the Healing
Therapy isn’t always about feeling better immediately; it’s about uncovering patterns, processing emotions, and learning healthier ways to cope. Sometimes, this means facing painful truths about yourself or your past.
For queer and BIPOC individuals, this work can include unpacking systemic oppression, generational trauma, and cultural expectations. That’s heavy stuff, and it’s normal to feel discomfort or even resistance during the process.
But here’s the thing: that discomfort is a sign of growth. Much like sore muscles after a good workout, those tough therapy sessions mean you’re building the emotional “muscle” you need to thrive.
The Power of Showing Up
Inconsistent attendance can slow your progress in therapy. Each session builds on the last, creating a roadmap to your goals. Missing sessions can disrupt that flow and delay breakthroughs.
For younger generations, juggling therapy with work, school, and social lives can feel overwhelming. For older generations, therapy might feel strange or “self-indulgent” due to ingrained stigmas. But showing up consistently sends an important message to yourself: I am worth this effort.
Patience is Key: Healing Takes Time
In our instant-gratification culture, the idea of waiting for change can feel frustrating. But mental health isn’t a quick fix—it’s a process. Therapy isn’t about quick resolutions but building long-term resilience.
Queer and BIPOC clients often face unique systemic challenges that can complicate the therapeutic process, but the extra time and effort invested in therapy often yield profound, lasting results. Trust that the time you’re investing in yourself is worth it.
Tips for Staying Committed to Therapy
- Set Realistic Goals: Talk with your therapist about what you hope to achieve. This gives you milestones to celebrate along the way.
- Lean on Your Support Network: Share your journey with trusted friends or family.
- Reframe Tough Sessions: Instead of seeing them as failures, view them as a sign that you’re doing the work.
- Remind Yourself Why You Started: Reflect on what motivated you to seek therapy in the first place.
Why It’s Especially Important for Queer and BIPOC Communities
Therapy spaces are increasingly becoming more inclusive and culturally competent, which is vital for marginalized groups. Queer and BIPOC individuals often carry the compounded weight of personal struggles and systemic oppression.
By sticking with therapy, you’re not only healing yourself—you’re breaking cycles, challenging stigmas, and carving out space for your voice and experience.
Therapy Is a Marathon, Not a Sprint
Sticking with therapy is an act of self-love and resistance against a world that often doesn’t prioritize mental health, especially for marginalized groups. Whether you’re new to therapy or feeling stuck, remember this: the journey is worth it. You deserve the time, space, and effort it takes to heal.
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