Overview

A therapist who didn't want therapy either shows you exactly what to expect before a session. Starting therapy is confusing and, for most people, scary. The openness required, the fear of judgment, the uncertainty of what you'll uncover-these concerns keep people feeling stuck even when they're open to help. Cody Qureshi knows this firsthand as a therapist, not only from her practice but as a once-skeptical client herself. I Didn't Want to Either offers an insider's look at what actually happens in therapy, from someone who's sat on both sides of the room. Written in her warm, conversational voice with honest explanations of how therapists think, this book follows the same process therapists use with new clients, offering valuable exercises and groundwork on: Building community when you feel isolated Setting boundaries without guilt Understanding your stress before it overwhelms you Reframing your negative thoughts and practicing gratitude Each chapter helps you understand yourself better to walk into your first session feeling prepared, or to simply improve your mental health if you're not ready to commit to therapy. And for new therapists, it even offers insight into the client experience and practical approaches to first sessions. Whether you're ready to start therapy or simply curious about the process, this book meets you where you are.

Full Product Details

9798994007310

Table of Contents

Reviews

""This book makes starting therapy feel like an act of courage, not weakness-a must-read for anyone contemplating taking the next step in their self-growth journey."" -Kristen Taylor M.A, LMFT ""If you have to take a difficult journey, there's great comfort in travelling with someone who's been there before. For those considering therapy, Cody Qureshi is ready to be that guide with expertise, empathy, and remarkable pragmatism."" -Barbara Marston MD, former Deputy Director for Science and Programs at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) ""As an executive coach who works with everyone from early career professionals to CEOs, I highly recommend I Didn't Want to Either-it's a powerful tool for assessing where you are in your life, career or relationships."" -Pamela Brown Executive Coach & Adjunct Professor at Emory University's Goizueta Business School and Georgia State University's Robinson College of Business

Author Information

Cody Qureshi is a Marriage and Family Therapist who works primarily with immigrants, first-generation Americans, and others navigating therapy for the first time-often pushing past cultural stigmas around mental health.Cody is deeply committed to making mental health care more accessible and believes the world would be a better place if more people went to therapy. But she's also seen how confusing and overwhelming the process of starting can be. She wrote I Didn't Want to Either to empower readers on their mental wellness journey-whether they're preparing for their first session or not yet ready to seek professional help. The book offers the practical tools and insider knowledge that make therapy feel less daunting and more doable.Cody holds a B.A. in Psychology from Chapman University and an M.A. in Counseling Psychology from the University of San Francisco. Originally from Atlanta, she has lived in Rawalpindi, Pakistan, and currently resides in California with her husband and two children. She writes about mental health and therapy at codyqureshi.substack.com.

Tab Content 6

Countries Available