Welcome.
As a result of the challenges we face, it is not uncommon for us to get "stuck." Whether it is a significant life change, feeling like we aren't where we're "supposed to be," loss or break-up from a loved one, or changes in mood that can't be explained, there are simply times when we feel hopeless, and are in need of help.
My job as a therapist is to help you get “unstuck.” Often times this involves exploring relationships, emotions, thoughts, expectations, and past events that may be contributing to why you may feel stuck. Psychotherapy involves examination of these topics, and how they may be contributing to your current problem.
About
Psychotherapy
Sometimes, being able to simply talk through a problem can offer some relief. However what makes psychotherapy unique is that it provides the opportunity to discuss one's concerns in a supportive and confidential environment, with an objective, unbiased professional, who is trained to identify aspects of the problem you may not be aware of.
As many studies have shown that the quality of the therapist/client relationship is the top predictor of success in therapy, I strive to provide a warm therapeutic environment of acceptance and positive regard. I believe that therapy works best when someone has a place they can share aspects about themselves in a confidential setting while, feeling accepted and understood.
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Also known as "talk therapy," psychotherapy involves meeting with a therapist and discussing the problem or problems that are causing you to feel stuck. A therapy session is typically 50 minutes in length, and may occur anywhere between once a week to a few times a week. The duration that someone is in therapy can also vary from a few weeks to a few years. (Of course this typically depends on the presenting concern, and the need for treatment).
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There are thousands of studies which have shown that psychotherapy is highly useful in helping people manage their personal difficulties. According to the APA, reviews of these studies show that about 75 percent of people who enter psychotherapy show some benefit. Other reviews have found that the average person who engages in psychotherapy is 80% better off by the end of treatment versus those who don’t receive treatment at all.
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The first few sessions typically begin with the client sharing their story, and what they hope to change in therapy. Treatment then typically moves into the problem-solving phase where the therapist and client work together to find various solutions. This could involve looking at the problem differently, changing how we relate to others, or better understanding what our emotions may be trying to tell us.