“Why Am I Not Better Yet?” Realistic Expectations for Starting Therapy explains why meaningful change in therapy often takes time and why the first few sessions are usually focused on understanding the bigger picture. The article explores how treatment length varies depending on the concern, why consistency matters, how progress can be non-linear, and what signs suggest therapy is working. Prospering Minds Counseling in Carol Stream, Illinois provides individualized, trauma-informed therapy for children, teens, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, grief, relationship concerns, and emotional regulation.