Did anyone else feel anxious/overwhelmed before starting their counseling grad program?

I'm starting graduate school in two weeks to pursue a degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and I couldn't be more excited. Becoming a therapist has been a lifelong dream of mine, and now that it's finally happening, it feels surreal.

But lately, I've been feeling increasingly anxious. I keep wondering: What if I can't handle the demands of grad school? What if I'm not as good at this as I hoped? What if, after all these years of dreaming, I realize it's not what I expected? I know these thoughts are probably normal, but they’ve been weighing on me. Has anyone else felt this way before starting their counseling journey?

If you have any advice, words of encouragement, or personal experiences to share, I’d be so grateful. Thank you in advance 💛