Topics Thoughts & feelings

Is it normal to cry during therapy?

Yep.Totally normal

Yes, crying during therapy is completely normal. Therapy can bring up strong feelings, and you don’t have to apologize or explain the tears before you’re ready.

Absolutely. Talking about difficult, personal, or even relieving things can bring tears, sometimes before you realize how much you’re feeling. Some people cry often in therapy; others never do. Both are normal, and tears aren’t a sign that you’re doing therapy wrong.

You don’t have to hold them back or make them mean anything in particular. If you feel overwhelmed, you can tell your therapist, take a pause, or ask to switch topics. A good therapist will help you feel comfortable, not judge you for crying.

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