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I’ve seen those movie scenes where people sit on a couch and talk to their therapist for ages. But I’ve always wondered what actually happens in real life?

When you first go, what’s the first thing they even ask or say?
Do they mostly ask questions and you answer them?
Or do you just start venting and they help you understand things and give advice?

I know it’s prolly different for everyone but I genuinely have no clue how it works.
Also does it feel awkward talking about your whole personal life to someone who barely knows you?
And did it actually help?