I have found therapy to be very helpful. Discussing my life and issues with my therapist has helped me to clarify and deal with some things and to identify my priorities, which will hopefully make life better going forward. I think I've also learned a lot about being more empathetic and honest, which helps me to relate better to others.

My therapist has never told me how I feel, what to think, or what to do. Sorry that yours did, it sounds like it was a bad experience and not helpful to you.