Free therapy consultation calls can feel surprisingly awkward, especially when you’re already feeling vulnerable. If finding a new therapist is on your 2026 to-do list, this guide breaks down how to structure the consultation call, what questions to ask, red flags to watch for, and how to tell if a therapist is the right fit. Consider this a roadmap to making consult calls feel clearer, calmer, and more empowering.

Stephanie Foo’s memoir What My Bones Know offers a raw, powerful look at living with complex PTSD. From her candid accounts of trauma to the importance of finding the right therapist, Foo shows that healing is never one-size-fits-all. In this review, I explore the book’s key themes, why therapy fit matters, and how approaches like EMDR and IFS can support recovery while honoring that the path to healing is always deeply personal.

Curious about Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy? This blog breaks down the 8 C’s of IFS and how they can support healing, especially around body image and disordered eating. Learn how connecting with your inner parts can help you build trust, compassion, and clarity.