I went through many therapists before my current one, and I definitely would have appreciated help in determining the right fit before I found my current one. I really didn't know much about therapy and what kind of styles might fit for me. I found my current one because a friend of mine was familiar with his work through his writing and interviews, and my friend decided we would be a good fit. My friend was right.

So I can see how a knowledgable third party might be able to help. I'd be up for trying it if I were t have to therapist-shop in the future.