Why should I talk to a therapist? One simple reason to go to therapy is that it helps to be listened to. Talking to a therapist or psychotherapist will often provide treatment that is more long-term than counselling, and address issues on a deeper level. This may include looking at long-standing patterns of behaviour, talking about childhood causes of current problems, or an intensive attempt to understand and alter thinking, feeling or behaviour patterns. People who might benefit from seeing a therapist include: someone dealing with a mental illness that is interfering with their life someone who has experienced something traumatic someone who wants to improve and gain a deeper understanding of relationships in their lives To start your journey, find a therapist in your area, find a psychologist in your area or find a social worker in your area. Get additional information on how to find a psychologist here. What i...