Signs You Might Need Therapy (AKA, We All Do)

Let’s be honest—most of us have had that moment. You’re in the shower, replaying a conversation that happened days ago, coming up with the perfect comeback that you definitely should have said. Or maybe you’re sitting in your car after a long day, holding back tears until the door shuts, because who has time to break down in the middle of everything?

The truth is, therapy isn’t just for major crises. It’s not only for the big life transitions, deep traumas, or “serious” problems. Therapy is for the everyday struggles, the quiet stressors, the moments when life just feels like a lot. It’s for anyone who wants to feel more supported, more understood, and more in control of their emotions.

So if you’ve ever found yourself in one of these situations, it might be time to consider talking to someone:

1. You Rehearse Arguments in the Shower

Ever had a full-blown debate with someone who isn’t there? You’re washing your hair while delivering a TED Talk-level speech on why you were right in that disagreement—and let’s be real, you always win in these imaginary showdowns.

While this might seem like just an amusing quirk, replaying arguments over and over can be a sign of unresolved emotions, stress, or difficulty setting boundaries. Therapy can help you process these feelings and give you tools to communicate more effectively in real-time (so you don’t have to win arguments in the shower).

2. Your “I’m Fine” Actually Means “I Need a Nap and a Snack”

If your go-to response when someone asks how you’re doing is a half-hearted “I’m fine,” there’s a good chance you’re not actually fine. And if your mood drastically improves after a snack or a nap… well, your body and mind might be trying to tell you something.

Feeling constantly drained, irritable, or overwhelmed can be signs of burnout, anxiety, or emotional exhaustion. Therapy gives you space to check in with yourself, figure out what’s really going on, and learn how to take care of yourself beyond just pushing through.

3. Your Group Chat Is Basically a DIY Therapy Session

We all have that friend who says, “Have you considered therapy?” every time we vent. And while besties are great for support, they aren’t trained therapists (unless you happen to have a therapist friend, in which case—lucky you).

If you find yourself constantly screenshotting conversations for analysis, running every decision past your friends, or seeking validation for your emotions, you might benefit from professional support. A therapist can help you process feelings without bias, so you’re not just stuck in a cycle of overthinking and seeking reassurance.

4. You Hold It Together All Day… and Then Cry in Your Car

You keep it together through work, errands, social events—then the moment you’re alone, the emotions hit like a tidal wave. Maybe it’s in your car, maybe it’s in bed at night, or maybe it’s when you finally have a moment to breathe.

Bottling up emotions only works for so long before they demand to be felt. Therapy helps you release that pressure in a safe, manageable way—so you don’t have to keep “holding it together” until you break down in a parking lot.

5. You’re Very Emotionally Attached to Fictional Characters

It’s normal to love a good TV show or book, but if you find yourself feeling more connected to fictional relationships than real-life ones, it could be worth exploring why. Are you avoiding emotional intimacy? Do relationships feel overwhelming or exhausting? Are you seeking comfort in predictable storylines because real life feels uncertain?

Therapy isn’t about taking away the things that bring you joy (we fully support binge-watching comfort shows!). It’s about helping you build fulfilling relationships in real life, too.

So, Do You Need Therapy?

If you relate to any (or all) of these, therapy might be a great next step. And here’s the thing—it’s not a sign of weakness, it’s a sign that you care about yourself. You don’t have to wait until things feel unbearable to seek help. Therapy is there to help you navigate life with more ease, self-awareness, and support.

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