Discuss your concerns with your therapist If therapy isn't working, start by talking to your therapist about your concerns. They may change their approach to treatment, help you change your treatment goals or outcomes, give you different coping tools and techniques, or help you find alternative support.

This can occur when the style and approach of the current therapist do not match what the client needs, or if there is a lack of trust or rapport between them. It is important for clients to feel comfortable in their therapeutic relationship in order for it to be successful.

They don't need therapy when they are able to manage their symptoms well — if they feel stressed about their work but continue to perform well, have a supportive network of family and friends, engage in meaningful activities outside work and do not have significant levels of depression and anxiety.