Should I Choose a Student Therapist?
Posted June 25, 2025
If you’re considering starting therapy and notice that some options are with “student therapists,” you might wonder: What does that mean? Will the therapy be helpful? Is it worth trying? This blog explores what it means to work with a student therapist — and why, for many people, it can be a meaningful and accessible choice.
Read MoreHow Do I Know if My Therapist Is a Good Fit?
Posted June 18, 2025
Starting therapy can be vulnerable — and one of the biggest questions people have early on is: “How do I know if this therapist is right for me?” The truth is, therapy is most effective when it feels like a good relational match. This blog will help you understand what “fit” means in therapy, what to notice in the first few sessions, and how to trust your instincts as you decide.
Read MoreWhat to Expect in Your First Therapy Session
Posted June 11, 2025
Starting therapy can feel exciting, confusing, or even a little scary — all of that is normal. Your first session is not about having all the answers. It’s a space to meet your therapist, begin to share what brings you in, and get a feel for whether this could be a supportive relationship. We’ll walk you through what typically happens, what you can ask, and how to know if it feels like a good fit.
Read MoreWhy OPCC Therapists Focus on Depth, Not Just Symptoms
Posted May 27, 2025
Many people come to therapy looking for relief — and that’s important. But at OPCC, we train therapists to look deeper: to explore the patterns beneath the pain, the history behind the anxiety, and the relationships that shape how we see ourselves. This blog explains what “depth-oriented” therapy means and why it can lead to more lasting change.
Read MoreHow Culture and Identity Show Up in Therapy
Posted April 15, 2025
Your identity — including your race, gender, class, sexuality, faith, and family background — doesn’t get left at the door when you walk into a therapy session. It shapes how you experience the world, how you survive pain, and how you build trust. OPCC therapists are trained to listen with cultural humility and to welcome the fullness of who you are.
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