Mental Health Myths
1. Myth: Mental health problems mean weakness.
Fact: Mental conditions reflect biology, stress, and environment—not character, help-seeking correlates with better outcomes and resilience.
2. Myth: Therapy is only for severe illness.
Fact: Evidence-based therapy also treats stress, grief, relationships, and performance issues, improving coping and quality of life.
3. Myth: Talking about it makes symptoms worse.
Fact: Honest conversation reduces stigma and speeds access to care, which is linked to earlier recovery and fewer complications.
4. Myth: Children don’t have mental health issues.
Fact: Kids and teens can develop anxiety, depression, ADHD and more, early recognition and support improve long-term outcomes.
5. Myth: Willpower alone cures mental illness.
Fact: Effective care addresses biological, psychological, and social drivers, treatment works and recovery is common with support.
6. Myth: Medication is always required.
Fact: Many improve with therapy, skills training, and lifestyle changes, medications help when indicated as part of a personalized plan.
7. Myth: You can spot mental illness by looking.
Fact: Many people mask symptoms and function outwardly well; screening and open dialogue reveal needs earlier.
8. Myth: People with mental illness can’t work or thrive.
Fact: With appropriate care and accommodations, most study, work, and lead fulfilling lives across careers and communities.
9. Myth: Recovery is quick and linear.
Fact: Progress often comes in steps; flexible, consistent care supports sustainable recovery over time.
10. Myth: Good mental health means always feeling happy.
Fact: Well-being includes the full range of emotions plus healthy coping,
boundaries, and support systems.
Therapy
Therapy (also called psychotherapy) is a structured, confidential conversation with a licensed mental health professional that helps identify patterns in thoughts, emotions, and behaviors—and then practice new skills to feel and function better day to day. Modern therapies are evidence-based and can be tailored for stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, grief, and performance challenges, either alone or alongside medication when appropriate. Sessions are collaborative and goal-focused, common approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), interpersonal therapy,
and mindfulness-based tools that build coping skills, improve communication, and strengthen resilience over time.
What to Expect
• A safe, judgment-free space to talk through what’s happening now and what’s getting in the way of the life that’s wanted, with clear goals set together with the therapist.
• Practical strategies between sessions—such as thought reframing, stress-reduction skills, and communication techniques—to create measurable improvements in daily functioning.
• Flexible formats: individual, couples, family, or group sessions; in-person or virtual; short-term for immediate challenges or longer-term for deeper, longstanding patterns.
Is Therapy Right for You
People seek therapy for many reasons: persistent worry or low mood, sleep or appetite changes, burnout, relationship conflict, grief, trauma, or simply wanting better coping tools and clarity during transitions. Evidence shows that therapy can reduce symptoms, enhance coping, and improve quality of life—often comparable to medication for certain conditions and even more effective when combined thoughtfully.
Ready to get started?
• Click “Book an Appointment” to schedule a first session with a licensed therapist.
• Choose in-person or virtual, pick a convenient time, and share a brief note about goals so the therapist can prepare.