Many people feel nervous before their first appointment, wondering what their therapist will ask, or what they should tell their therapist. Your therapist will primarily want to hear the reasons you made the appointment, what you have already done to try and solve the problem, and what you hope to accomplish in therapy. Your therapist will ask about your family history, mental health history, relationship history and physical health. Share what you can but you can always let your therapist know you would like to wait to share more information. It is normal to not want to share everything in that first meeting. Meetings are in office, via zoom or telehealth or phone. You can discuss your preference prior to your appointment.