Understanding and Coping with Post-Therapy Exhaustion: Insights and Advice

Yes, getting in touch with suppressed emotions is exhausting because you've been fighting so long to not face them. I can't tell you it will get better, because for me, therapy days always went up and down like rollercoasters. Some days were very intensive, and you need to allow yourself room to rest. Cry if you need to, but remember it won't last forever. Other days you may feel offset emotions like anger or sadness. Sometimes something will click in your mind, and you'll suddenly understand something you've been missing. Therapy works in crazy ways, but if you truly apply yourself and go through the 'hard work' of feeling the way you are supposed to feel, you will notice a big difference in how you view yourself and the world. Good luck. It gets better when you get stronger.

Relief and Inspiration in Therapy

One may not have to be exhausted, but rather relieved or quietly inspired and nourished in a fruitful therapy session. However, if you've unleashed a deep amount of heavy burdens all in one go, you could feel tired and need to rest afterwards. But this should be accompanied by a feeling of mild elation or relief. A good therapist will allow you to express and explore while not only guiding you but taking cues from your words, body language, and voice.

Process Work and Therapy

The best-known therapists in general practice often a kind of therapy called Process Work. It is said that like dog years, one session is worth seven sessions. You don't need to tell the life story or all the tales and woes, but rather pay attention to the moment right then, which actually contains your entire life and what needs attention now. Hopefully, you can find a Process Worker in your area. A good book to read is Working with The Dreaming Body by the head of Process Work, Arnold Mindell. You can get a used copy in paperback and see if it's of interest.

Signs of a Good and Effective Therapist

A good and effective therapist will not leave you feeling exhausted. Instead, you should feel a little tiredness mixed with a bit of satisfaction and recognition of a job well done. If you follow up on your therapy the next day, at the latest, you should be able to notice these positive changes.

Final Thoughts

This world is for you, not against you. We are all experiencing the oddness of being here, and a little kindness to ourselves and others is key. Remember, good luck with your self-discovery journey. The process may be challenging, but the rewards are immense.