HOW DO YOU KNOW IF THE THERAPIST IS A GOOD FIT FOR YOU?

Diana Urman, PhD, LCSW
January 29, 2020

How do you know if a therapist is a good fit for you?

Please read the following article for more information:

http://www.psychalive.org/qualities-of-an-ideal-therapist/

When considering several candidates, ask yourself these questions:

  • Does it seem like the therapist truly cares about you and your problems?
  • Do you feel as if the therapist understands you?
  • Does the therapist accept you for who you are?
  • Would you feel comfortable revealing personal information to this individual?
  • Do you feel as if you can be honest and open with this therapist?
  • That you don’t have to hide or pretend you’re someone that you’re not?
  • Is the therapist a good listener?
  • Do they listen without interrupting, criticizing, or judging?
  • Do they pick up on your feelings and listen to what you’re really saying? Make you feel heard?
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I am Diana Urman, PhD, a licensed psychotherapist who specializes in sex and relationship therapy.

Please stay tuned and follow my upcoming blog and articles that address some common concerns. I am also accepting new clients if you’d prefer a session with me for any of the following:

  • Low libido
  • Incongruent sex drive
  • Orgasmic concerns
  • Erectile concerns
  • Communication when it comes to sex
  • Capacity for pleasure
  • Relationship difficulties among couples
  • Alternative partnerships (polyamory and non-monogamy)
  • Issues of infidelity and non-monogamy
  • Performance anxiety
  • Rekindling passion
  • Sexual orientation and identity

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Diana Urman, PhD, LCSW

Diana Urman, LCSW, PhD, is an accomplished sex and relationship therapist based in San Francisco. She views sexuality from the perspective of pleasure and quality of life, not from a dysfunction-based model. Diana's therapeutic process emphasizes self-healing and growth, helping clients realize their full potential through expressing their sexuality. Leveraging her advanced training in a variety of approaches, Diana has helped countless clients address sexual dysfunction, increase confidence, discover fantasies, explore alternative lifestyles, tap into orgasmic abilities, and reach new levels of intimacy with their partner. Diana has a PhD in Human Sexuality from the Institute for Advanced Study of Human Sexuality and a graduate degree (MSW) in Clinical Social Work. She is a California State Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW #26883), Certified Clinical Sexologist, Certified Sex Educator, and member of AASECT (American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists).