Think Act Be Podcast 251: How to Get More Out of Every Therapy Session
Nov 12, 2025
Joel Minden, a licensed therapist and frequent podcast collaborator, discusses maximizing the effectiveness of therapy sessions. He shares tips on choosing the right therapist and preparing for sessions by prioritizing topics. The conversation highlights the importance of honesty with therapists and the benefits of practicing skills outside of therapy. Joel emphasizes summarizing key takeaways at the end of each session to enhance learning and application in daily life, making every therapy visit count.
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Call Before You Commit
- Call prospective therapists and do a 15–20 minute consultation to see if you feel comfortable with them.
- Prepare by listing what you want help with so you can choose a good fit and be an informed consumer.
Choose A Realistic Time To Start
- Delay starting therapy until you have enough time, money, and willingness to do the work when possible.
- Be realistic about readiness because therapy requires effort and sustained engagement.
Be Honestly Gradual
- Be as open and honest as you can, but allow yourself to open gradually with a new therapist.
- Map out what you want to share now and what you might reveal later as trust grows.
