It’s Okay to Come Back to Therapy (Even If It’s Been Awhile)

Maybe you ghosted your therapist. Maybe you missed a few sessions and never rescheduled. Maybe life just got busy. Whatever your story is—you’re not alone. Many people pause therapy and feel unsure how to return. At Sprout Therapy PDX, we want you to know: it’s okay to come back. No shame. No judgment. Just support.

Life Happens. Therapy Can Be Flexible. Therapy isn’t supposed to be one more thing you feel guilty about. Breaks happen because:

• Schedules shift

• Finances change

• Motivation drops

• You felt okay...until you didn’t

There’s no expiration date on your spot. You can return when you’re ready.

You Don’t Have to Start Over Even if it’s been weeks, months, or years—you’re not starting from scratch. You’ve grown, shifted, and survived. When you come back to therapy:

• Your previous work still matters

• Your therapist will meet you where you are

• You don’t need to explain or apologize

Not Sure What to Talk About? That’s Okay Too. You don’t need a “big reason” to return. Maybe you just want space to:

• Reflect on how you’ve changed

• Revisit goals with more clarity

• Get support during a tough season

• Sort through stuff that’s been on your mind

Therapy is here to meet you—not pressure you.

How to Return to Therapy at Sprout Already a Sprout client? You can log in to your portal and schedule directly with your previous provider (or reach out if you need a new match). If you’ve been away for a while, we’re happy to help you re-engage with:

• Updated insurance

• New scheduling needs

• A fresh start if that’s what you want

You’re allowed to come back. You’re allowed to re-enter slowly. You’re allowed to want support, even if you can’t fully explain why yet. Therapy will still be here—and so will we.

Thinking about returning to therapy? Sprout Therapy PDX welcomes new and returning clients across Oregon. Reach out today to reconnect or start fresh—we’ll meet you with care.