Getting Started with Therapy: What to Expect and How to Prepare
Taking the first step into therapy can feel both exciting and overwhelming. Whether you’re a teen, young adult, or a parent seeking support for your child, know that your desire for growth, clarity, or peace is valid, and you don’t have to navigate it alone. At Yellow Rose Counseling, I understand the importance of feeling supported and seen from the very beginning.
My process starts with a collaborative mindset. During your first few sessions, we’ll get to know each other, identify what’s been weighing on you, and begin outlining goals that feel meaningful and realistic to you. If you're a parent of a teen or young adult, we'll also discuss how family dynamics and structure may play a role, with an option to include conjoint family sessions as progress is made. This creates space not just for the individual, but for the whole system to heal and grow.
If you’re dealing with ADHD, school stress, or emotional overwhelm, you can expect a down-to-earth and supportive environment focused on short-term, goal-oriented care. We combine practical strategies with compassionate reflection, so every session feels like a small step forward. Therapy isn’t about being “fixed.” It’s about discovering your strengths, creating structure, and finding more confidence in who you are and where you’re going.
Ready to get started? Let’s walk this path together.
Welcome to Yellow Rose Counseling: A Place for Growth, Confidence, and Connection
Starting therapy is a brave step, and whether you’re a teen trying to manage school stress, a young adult navigating life transitions, or a parent looking for ways to better support your child, I want you to know you’re in the right place.
At Yellow Rose Counseling, I believe that healing happens when you feel seen, heard, and supported. That’s why this space was created, to help you or your child move from feeling overwhelmed to empowered. Therapy here isn’t about perfection; it’s about real progress. We’ll work together to build confidence, strengthen emotional regulation, and develop healthy communication patterns that last well beyond the therapy room.
This blog will be a place where I share tips, insights, and encouragement because I know therapy doesn’t just happen during session hours. I’ll cover topics like handling big emotions, setting healthy boundaries, and creating routines that support focus and emotional balance (especially for those navigating ADHD or anxiety). Whether you're a client, a parent, or simply curious about mental health, I’m glad you're here.
Let’s grow, learn, and heal together.
—Rebecca Beebe, LPC
Founder, Yellow Rose Counseling