How long should I expect to be in counseling? 

The length of counseling varies greatly.  Typically I expect people to be in for at least 6 months or more.  Some have been in therapy before and they just want a "tune up."  This will obviously take less time. 

You come to counseling at will and you leave at will.  No therapist can make you stay if you are not interested in staying.  I may recommend that you stay, however that choice is up to you. 

Last updated on January 27, 2011 by Gretchen F