Most clients tell me they feel nervous before the first appointment and relieved afterward. This kind of feeling is normal for anyone, especially someone that has never been to therapy before.
Your first therapy session isn’t about having all the right words or figuring everything out at once. It’s a chance to get comfortable, get to know your therapist, and talk about what brought you in—at your own pace. You can ask questions, share as much or as little as you’re ready for, and simply see how it feels. Think of it less like an interview and more like the beginning of a conversation built around you.