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Therapy for Life Transitions and Growth

4 min read · Updated April 22, 2026

Therapy is not only for crisis — how people use it for career changes, identity, boundaries, and long-term goals.

A common reason people start

Moves, new parenthood, career shifts, caregiving, and grief all reshape daily life. Many people work with a professional during these periods without meeting criteria for any diagnosis.

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