Dr. Teri McHugh Choosing a therapist for any reason is a big step in the process of restoring or recreating our lives toward a better future. Psychotherapy is one venue in finding our way through the process. Finding the right therapist is the key  for success in therapy. The right therapist for any one person is a rather subjective experience and may take more than one attempt to find the right one. Psychotherapy is also about a good connection between the patient and the therapist. Asking questions is always a good idea prior or during the first session to gain useful information on the potential match of the patient to the therapist qualifications and modality, style and specializations.