Therapists are a lot of help, Peanutty.
You are paying them to be on your side! It is a wonderful feeling of confidence to know that you're sharing personal things with somebody who has no personal agenda but yours.
Plus, they do a lot of listening and just let you vent. They don't try to shoosh you or talk over you or chastise you. They are trained to ask intelligent questions that direct your thinking to the most helpful directions for fruitful growth, tailored to you.
I hope you have a really good experience!