Do I really need therapy? I can usually handle my problems. Is seeking therapy a sign of weakness?
Everyone goes through challenging situations in life, and while you may have successfully navigated through other difficulties you have faced, there is nothing wrong with seeking out extra support when you need it. In fact, therapy is for people who have enough self-awareness to realize they need a helping hand, and that is something to be admired. It is a sign of strength and courage that you are taking responsibility by accepting where you are at in life and making a commitment to change the situation by seeking therapy. Therapy provides long-lasting benefits and support, giving you the tools you need to avoid triggers, re-direct damaging patterns, and overcome whatever challenges you face.
Everyone goes through challenging situations in life, and while you may have successfully navigated through other difficulties you have faced, there is nothing wrong with seeking out extra support when you need it. In fact, therapy is for people who have enough self-awareness to realize they need a helping hand, and that is something to be admired. It is a sign of strength and courage that you are taking responsibility by accepting where you are at in life and making a commitment to change the situation by seeking therapy. Therapy provides long-lasting benefits and support, giving you the tools you need to avoid triggers, re-direct damaging patterns, and overcome whatever challenges you face.
Is therapy right for me?
Seeking out therapy is a personal choice. There are many reasons why people come to therapy. Sometimes it is to deal with long-standing psychological issues, or problems with anxiety or depression. Other times, it is in response to unexpected changes in one's life such as a divorce, grief or work/school or general life transitions. Many seek the advice of counselors as they pursue their own personal exploration and growth.
Therapy is a place and opportunity to received personalized, non-judgmental, unbiased support, a place to gain insight, learn new coping tools and/or to work through past and present painful or difficult experiences and issues. Therapy is right for anyone who is interested in getting the most out of their life by taking responsibility, creating greater self-awareness, and working towards change in their lives.
Seeking out therapy is a personal choice. There are many reasons why people come to therapy. Sometimes it is to deal with long-standing psychological issues, or problems with anxiety or depression. Other times, it is in response to unexpected changes in one's life such as a divorce, grief or work/school or general life transitions. Many seek the advice of counselors as they pursue their own personal exploration and growth.
Therapy is a place and opportunity to received personalized, non-judgmental, unbiased support, a place to gain insight, learn new coping tools and/or to work through past and present painful or difficult experiences and issues. Therapy is right for anyone who is interested in getting the most out of their life by taking responsibility, creating greater self-awareness, and working towards change in their lives.
What is therapy like?
Every therapy session is unique and caters to each individual and their specific goals. It is standard for therapists to discuss the primary issues and concerns in your life during therapy sessions. It is common to schedule a series of weekly sessions, where each session lasts approximately fifty minutes. Therapy can be short-term, focusing on a specific issue, or longer-term, addressing more complex issues or ongoing personal growth.
In order for treatment to be most successful, an active partnership between the patient and therapist is fostered. At times, the therapeutic process may include experiencing uncomfortable feelings and/or revisiting unpleasant life events. As patients work through this difficult material, treatment often leads to the relief of symptoms, the alleviation of pain and the facilitation of personal growth. It is also important to process what has been discussed and integrate it into your life between sessions.
I support my patients in exploring difficult experiences by creating a safe and supportive setting. I offer individualized treatment that utilizes the patient’s readiness, input and direction.
Every therapy session is unique and caters to each individual and their specific goals. It is standard for therapists to discuss the primary issues and concerns in your life during therapy sessions. It is common to schedule a series of weekly sessions, where each session lasts approximately fifty minutes. Therapy can be short-term, focusing on a specific issue, or longer-term, addressing more complex issues or ongoing personal growth.
In order for treatment to be most successful, an active partnership between the patient and therapist is fostered. At times, the therapeutic process may include experiencing uncomfortable feelings and/or revisiting unpleasant life events. As patients work through this difficult material, treatment often leads to the relief of symptoms, the alleviation of pain and the facilitation of personal growth. It is also important to process what has been discussed and integrate it into your life between sessions.
I support my patients in exploring difficult experiences by creating a safe and supportive setting. I offer individualized treatment that utilizes the patient’s readiness, input and direction.
How can therapy help me?
A number of benefits are available from participating in psychotherapy. Many people also find that counselors can be a tremendous asset to managing personal growth, interpersonal relationships, family concerns, marriage issues, and the hassles of daily life by providing support, problem-solving skills and enhanced coping strategies. Therapists can provide a fresh perspective on a difficult problem or assist you in finding a solution that fits with your values and goals. The benefits you obtain from therapy depend on how well you use the process and put into practice what you learn. Some of the benefits available from therapy include:
A number of benefits are available from participating in psychotherapy. Many people also find that counselors can be a tremendous asset to managing personal growth, interpersonal relationships, family concerns, marriage issues, and the hassles of daily life by providing support, problem-solving skills and enhanced coping strategies. Therapists can provide a fresh perspective on a difficult problem or assist you in finding a solution that fits with your values and goals. The benefits you obtain from therapy depend on how well you use the process and put into practice what you learn. Some of the benefits available from therapy include:
Attaining a better understanding of yourself as well as your values and goals
Developing skills for improving your relationships
Finding resolution to the issues or concerns that led you to seek therapy
Learning new ways to cope with stress and anxiety
Managing anger, grief, depression, and other emotional pressures
Improving communication and listening skills
Changing old behavior patterns and developing new ones
Discovering new ways to solve problems in your marriage, family or work environment
Improving your self-esteem and boosting self-confidence
Developing skills for improving your relationships
Finding resolution to the issues or concerns that led you to seek therapy
Learning new ways to cope with stress and anxiety
Managing anger, grief, depression, and other emotional pressures
Improving communication and listening skills
Changing old behavior patterns and developing new ones
Discovering new ways to solve problems in your marriage, family or work environment
Improving your self-esteem and boosting self-confidence