People seek therapy for many reasons. They could be dealing with a mental illness, a traumatic event, or simply need assistance in reaching a particular goal in their lives. Sometimes, people seek therapy as an outlet where they can express themselves and feel their feelings freely, without fear of rejection or judgment, in a safe space that is entirely their own. Everybody has days when they feel low, stressed out, sad or scared. These feelings are natural and normal. But if they are recurring to such an extent that your daily functioning is frequently disrupted, it’s time to ask for professional help.