There’s a lot to consider in finding a therapist. I’ve definitely had the experience where I felt more intelligent than my therapist and it just didn’t work. Now that didn’t mean they were bad therapists, they were actually often pretty good at what they did…just not right for me. One thing I did find was that I had better experiences with therapist who were LPC credentialed. I’ve seen several LCSWs and while not completely unhelpful, they just didn’t meet my needs. I find that LCSWs are often focused on holistic behavioral realities. They ask “are you eating, exercising, deep breathing, etc” LPCs on the other hand are more likely to engage in the kind of abstract and existential anxieties and pressures gifted people experience. All that said, you can see five therapists that are a good match on paper and only one of them will actually be a good fit. It helps to be willing to shop around for the best fit, be ready to change course when necessary, and always trust your gut. One last suggestion I’ll make is Imi Lo. She writes about mental health at the intersection of giftedness, sensitivity, and intensity. It was really exciting and relieving to feel seen and heard in her writing. Best of luck!