What should I tell a therapist at the first visit?
Describe one recent moment that captures the difficulty: avoiding a task because of worry, feeling disconnected after work, or getting stuck in an argument. You do not need to prepare a diagnosis. Explain how long the concern has been affecting you and what a useful change would look like.
Ask how the clinician approaches that concern, how you will decide on goals, and when you will review whether the work is helping. A therapist’s profile is a starting point; the initial conversation can clarify fit.