Validation Vs Advice Giving

Have you ever been hesitant about therapy or wondered why therapy might be more effective than airing out your problems or concerns with a friend? One of the main differences between a therapeutic experience and talking to a friend is that therapy tends to focus on validation and strategies from a third-party perspective. Next time you seek advice from a loved one or are approached by someone facing a difficult situation, reference these tips from Delilah Counseling therapist, Eleanor Smith.