1. How long do you expect or want to stay in therapy?

I think I would need a minimum of 3 years, I'm close to almost a year in January. There is no way I can finish school without him. It took me 25 years to have a complete breakdown, to the point where I was actively suicidal. I've got a history of childhood trauma and abuse so I think it would take time to iron out all those creases.

2. Do you think you've actually improved after spending so long with your therapist?

Emotionally I still feel as volatile as when I first started but I know I have changed in small ways because of him.I'm not the same me that started. He pointed out things that I couldn't see. I stopped bending over backwards for old friends who weren't wiling to meet my halfway and I started learning to put myself first.

3. At what point do you think maybe you should switch therapists or end therapy if you haven't made any improvements?

If there are ethical violations. Switch after maybe 5-6 sessions if you know you aren't getting along with the therapist.

4. For those that continue on for years and years and don't see any
Improvement what is the point especially with the financial burden?

It is expensive because it all adds up but at the moment it's something I need not just a designer handbag.