Why Therapy in Retirement Is so Important

Amy Isabelle Duncan practices the Falun Dafa meditation at a park in Sydney on June 26, 2017. Courtesy of Amy Isabelle Duncan

When preparing for retirement, most people think about finances and the impact of age on their physical health. But not enough people think about the mental and emotional aspects of retirement. Finding a good therapist and attending therapy regularly can help you manage the mental and emotional side—but many new and prospective retirees don’t even know where to begin.

What does the average retiree need to know about therapy in retirement?

Therapy in Retirement is Important

Retirement makes a major emotional impact, whether you’re consciously aware of it or not. Leaving your full-time position has a cascade of different effects on your physical and mental health, including some you may not initially think of.