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How to Prepare for Your First Therapy Session (What to Expect + How to Feel Ready)
Starting therapy is a big step. And if you’re feeling nervous, unsure, or even slightly overwhelmed. You’re not doing it wrong. You’re doing something new. After helping hundreds of people get started with therapy, there’s one thing I can tell you with confidence: almost everyone begins with some version of, “I don’t know what to expect.”
The good news? You don’t need to have the perfect words, a clear story, or everything figured out before your first session.
Chelsea Preneta
4 days ago4 min read


How to Get Started With Therapy (Even If You Feel Nervous)
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, especially if you’re already overwhelmed, burnt out, or used to handling everything on your own. A lot of people think about therapy for months (sometimes years) before actually reaching out. If that’s you, you’re not behind—you’re human.
Therapy isn’t a place where you have to have it all figured out. It’s a space where you get to show up as you are, without performing, fixing, or holding everything together. If you’re not sure wher
Chelsea Preneta
Apr 34 min read


Therapy for Family Anxiety: When You Feel Like a Diluted Version of Yourself
Have you ever noticed that around certain people—especially family—you start to feel like a smaller version of yourself ? Maybe you hold...
Honest Hour
Jun 26, 20252 min read


Do Mount Sinai Employees Get Free Therapy? Here's What You Need to Know
If you work at Mount Sinai , you're probably used to holding a lot: the expectations, the pressure, the people, the emotions. Whether...
Honest Hour
Jun 13, 20252 min read


When Work Makes You Feel Worthless: Burnout, Trauma, and the Pressure to Overperform
Are you feeling anxious, burnt out, or constantly worried you're not doing enough at work? You’re not alone—and you’re not broken. At...
Honest Hour
May 22, 20253 min read


Is Hustle a Trauma Response? Therapy for Emotional Avoidance & Burnout
We live in a world that praises productivity, hustle, and ambition . But what if constantly staying busy isn’t a badge of honor — it’s a...
Honest Hour
May 8, 20252 min read


Therapy for First-Gen Professionals & Caregivers Who Feel Burnt Out by Success
There’s a version of success that looks perfect on the outside — the business is thriving, bills are paid, and people depend on you. But...
Honest Hour
Apr 24, 20252 min read


Rebuilding Self-Trust After Burnout, Guilt & Survival Mode
There’s a kind of grief that comes with feeling like you don’t trust yourself anymore . For many women, especially mothers navigating...
Honest Hour
Apr 11, 20252 min read


5 Therapist-Backed Ways to Let Go of Perfectionism & Reduce Work Stress
Constantly aiming for perfection is exhausting. You’re chasing an ideal that keeps moving — and no matter how much you do, it never feels...
Honest Hour
Dec 27, 20242 min read


2 Therapist-Backed Tips to Manage Holiday Stress
Oh, the holidays —time for joy, cheer, and yes, a fair share of holiday stress! It's that special time of year when decorating the house,...
Honest Hour
Dec 20, 20242 min read


Feeling Like a Fraud at Work? Let’s Talk Imposter Syndrome in Healthcare
Working in healthcare can often feel like you're in a convention filled with Sheldon Coopers (any Big Bang Theory fans out...
Honest Hour
Dec 13, 20242 min read


Holiday Budgeting 101: 3 Therapist-Approved Tips to Avoid Overspending
Why is it that when the holidays roll around, we suddenly feel pulled to spend money we don’t even have? It’s like a magic spell — one...
Honest Hour
Dec 6, 20242 min read


How First-Generation Professionals Can Overcome Self-Doubt and Build Confidence
Self-doubt can feel like an uninvited guest —always whispering that you’re not enough and making you second-guess the success you’ve...
Honest Hour
Nov 29, 20242 min read


Therapy Tips for Setting Boundaries During the Holidays
Raise your hand if you’re tired of awkward holiday dinners , dodging political rants, invasive personal questions, or unsolicited advice...
Honest Hour
Nov 22, 20242 min read


Therapy for Toxic Work Environments: Why Your Needs Are Valid
Let’s be real: when you’re under pressure, it’s easy to accept poor treatment as “just how things are.” Maybe your boss crosses...
Honest Hour
Nov 15, 20242 min read


Financially Savvy Gift Ideas That Won’t Break the Bank
Let’s be real – holiday season often brings along a hefty dose of financial stress! Between holiday dinners, travel expenses, and...
Honest Hour
Nov 8, 20242 min read


5 Signs of Burnout High Achievers Shouldn’t Ignore
PSA: Burnout and stress are not the same thing. Many high achievers confuse burnout with being “just stressed.” But stress is when...
Honest Hour
Nov 1, 20242 min read


6 Therapist-Approved Self-Care Books for Mental Wellness
For the bookworms, the burnout babes, and the ones holding it all together. Self-care isn’t always bubble baths. Sometimes, it’s a...
Honest Hour
Oct 25, 20243 min read


5 Self-Care Tips to Stay Grounded During Overnight Shifts
Ahhh, the overnight shift —the ultimate test of whether you can survive long hours, a dysfunctional sleep schedule, and running on loads...
Honest Hour
Oct 18, 20242 min read


Do You Need a Financial Therapist or a Financial Advisor?
Who’s looking to save more money this year? We’re going to assume that’s a loud YES ! When people decide to improve their finances,...
Honest Hour
Oct 11, 20242 min read
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