It probably isn't, not on its own anyway. If therapy was just talking to someone you could chat to your neighbor and save a lot of money! Therapy is a partnership with the therapist. You make a commitment to keeping your therapy session times, being as open and honest as you can about your life and your feelings, and to continuing to think about these issues between sessions. Your therapist may also suggest some things you can try, like recording your dreams, keeping a journal or joining a support group. It's up to you how much you do, but the more committed you are to the process, the quicker you'll see results.

Your therapist is committed to providing a safe environment for you to gain greater understanding and make changes in your life; to being a non-judgmental, caring listener, and to using her full training and expertise to help you find new possibilities.