
6 Keys to get WAY MORE out of Therapy
From Therapy in a Nutshell by Therapy in a Nutshell -Emma McAdam
February 26, 2026 · 30 min · Episode 230
About this episode
Emma McAdam and Barry Fell discuss how to maximize the benefits of therapy with practical tips and insights.
Learn how to get the most out of therapy, how to choose the right therapist and how to know if therapy is right for you. Learn the skills to Regulate your Emotions, join the membership: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com/membership In this conversation, Emma McAdam and Barry Fell discuss how to maximize the benefits of therapy. They share practical tips, including the importance of setting clear goals, the therapeutic relationship, and the balance between insight and action. They emphasize the need for clients to be proactive, such as bringing a journal to sessions, and the significance of discomfort as a sign of growth. The discussion also highlights the importance of evidence-based frameworks in therapy and how to measure progress effectively. Looking for affordable online counseling? My sponsor, BetterHelp, connects you to a licensed professional from the comfort of your own home. Try it now for 10% off your first month: https://betterhelp.com/therapyinanutshell Learn more in one of my in-depth mental health courses: https://courses.therapyinanutshell.com Support my mission on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/therapyinanutshell Sign up for my newsletter…
People in this episode
Host: Emma McAdam
Guest: Barry Fell
Topics covered
- therapy
- mental health
- emotional regulation
- therapeutic relationship
- goal setting
- evidence-based therapy
Keywords
- therapy
- therapist
- emotional regulation
- mental health
- self-improvement
- evidence-based therapy
- goal setting
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BetterHelp
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