Do I Need Therapy or am I Just Stressed?

Feeling stressed is normal, but therapy may be helpful if emotional distress starts interfering with your sleep, relationships, work, or ability to enjoy daily life. Stress is usually temporary and situation-based, while therapy can help when patterns feel stuck, overwhelming, or hard to manage on your own.

Signs Stress May Be Temporary

•Improves with rest or time off

•Tied to a specific situation

•Doesn’t significantly affect daily functioning

Signs Therapy May Be Helpful

•Ongoing anxiety or low mood

•Relationship conflict or emotional shutdown

•Trouble sleeping, focusing, or regulating emotions

•Feeling “not like yourself” for weeks or months

You Don’t Have to Be in Crisis

Therapy isn’t only for emergencies. Many people seek support when stress becomes chronic or when they want help breaking unhelpful patterns before things escalate.

In Greensburg and throughout Pennsylvania, therapy can be a proactive step toward emotional well-being.

When to Reach Out

If stress feels manageable with support from friends, rest, or coping strategies, it may pass. If it keeps returning or feels heavier over time, therapy can provide tools, clarity, and relief.