What Type of Therapist Might Be the Best Fit for You?

What Type of Therapist Might Be the Best Fit for You?

There are no right or wrong answers. This questionnaire is designed to help you identify what kind of therapeutic style may feel most supportive for you.

Response Scale:
1 = Strongly disagree | 2 = Disagree | 3 = Unsure | 4 = Agree | 5 = Strongly agree

Section A — Emotional Support & Safety

1. I tend to feel emotions very strongly.
2. I can feel overwhelmed or unsettled after difficult conversations.
3. Feeling emotionally safe with my therapist is very important to me.
4. I need time and patience before I open up fully.

Section B — Structure vs Exploration

5. I like having clear goals and a plan in therapy.
6. I prefer knowing why we are doing something in sessions.
7. I get frustrated if therapy feels vague or unstructured.
8. I prefer practical tools and strategies over open-ended discussion.

Section C — Depth, Meaning & Identity

9. I want to understand myself at a deeper level, not just manage symptoms.
10. Exploring identity, values, or past experiences feels important to me.
11. I’m comfortable sitting with complex or unclear emotions.
12. I like reflective or insight-oriented conversations.

Section D — Interpersonal Style

13. I find it hard to open up to new people.
14. I prefer a calm, steady therapist rather than an energetic one.
15. I don’t like feeling pushed before I’m ready.
16. I appreciate therapists who are warm and reassuring.