does therapy actually work? | #90

why therapy? does it really work? how much does it cost? This episode is about how to start, navigate, and get the most out of your therapy journey, not the romanticized version you see on TikTok. Maggy shares what it’s actually like to go to therapy for five years consistently— the breakthroughs, the breakdowns, the invisible progress, the therapist search that felt like dating, and the moments she almost gave up on “the work” altogether. 🧠 In this solo episode, you’ll learn: — Why she still goes to therapy even when she’s “fine” — The myth that therapy = fixing yourself — How to know when you’ve found the right therapist — What makes a bad therapist — Why not every session feels good (and why that’s normal) — The difference between a psychotherapist vs psychiatrist — What she does between sessions to stay grounded — And why your support system is so important For anyone curious about starting therapy, struggling to afford it, or wondering if it’s actually helping. Whether you're deep in the work or just thinking about it... you'll definitely have some takeaways from this episode. 💬 Let us know - what’s one thing you wish you knew before starting therapy? ❤️ Share this with someone who’s trying to find a therapist or start their therapy journey CHAPTERS: (00:00) Intro – Recording through burnout (02:35) Why therapy still feels taboo in Malaysia (05:00) The reality of healing – it’s not always beautiful (07:05) What therapy really does (and doesn’t) (09:15) When therapy sessions feel uncomfortable or draining (11:20) The invisible work of therapy – not every session feels good (13:20) Finding the right therapist for you (16:55) Why your therapist won’t give you answers (20:10) Understanding brain-spotting and emotional triggers (22:50) The mental load of healing and learning to rest (25:45) The cost of therapy in Malaysia and affordable options (28:45) Beyond therapy – friends, support systems & boundaries (32:00) Psychotherapist vs Psychiatrist – knowing the difference (37:50) Navigating friendships and mental capacity (43:00) Helping a friend through suicidal thoughts (47:10) Getting out of the victim mindset (50:10) Building emotional stability and resilience (55:20) Final reflection – What therapy has taught me ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Hosted by Maggy Wang, this podcast is where real talk meets real life — messy, mundane, and everything in between. From everyday struggles to smashing through stigmas, we know you're here for the unfiltered conversations. There will be laughter, there will be awkward silence and maybe some tears. One thing's for sure: You won't get enough. So kick off your shoes (or heels), grab a seat and #letsgetheadoverheels Let us know if you enjoyed this episode and found it helpful! We wanna hear what YOU want to do & talk about next! NEW HEAD OVER HEELS PODCAST EPISODES BI-WEEKLY ON THURSDAYS AT 6PM Follow us on: Instagram: @theheadoverheelspod Maggy: @themaggywang