Sometimes we feel like we are running the same loop over and over. Or we feel surprised by new reactions of panic or stress in spaces we use to find manageable. Individual counselling can be a place to explore what is going on in your life. You create the change you want to see moving forward.
Relationships are not easy. There can be big hurts and huge arguments. It can feel like you are losing your partner. Couples or marriage therapy can provide a space for a couple to 'see' each other. A space where each partner can be heard and can explore the negative cycles that the relationship is stuck in.
Few things can cause more stress and distress than unhealthy family relationships. Family therapy is a non-judgmental space to help reconnect family bonds. This can include parents, children, teenagers, or anyone else in the family. It may be a little chaotic at times, but this space is open for all who are interested in attending.
It’s all about collaboration
A collaborative treatment experience is key to feeling safe and motivated in therapy. It is important that patients realize therapists don’t ‘fix’ you - they work with you to have the insights that bring about change.
The right fit matters
Therapy is personal, unique, and intimate. You have to find the right fit for you. It is important to feel comfortable with your therapist. If you are unable to then it might be time to look for someone different. As professionals, we understand if you want to try someone else. We want you to feel comfortable.
Recognizing the process is important
Exploring counselling is the start of a journey. The change does not happen overnight, it’s a process. With hard work and patience, authentic change starts to take shape. Therapy starts the car but you are in the drivers seat.
Honesty and sharing are key
Willingness and transparency are the critical elements to create a therapeutic relationship where we find the greatest capacity to change. You are the expert in you, and we can only know, understand, and help what is shared with us. Ultimately, we need your help to understand.
All emotions are welcome
Crying is not a weakness, and anger is a normal and acceptable emotion. Do not feel the need to hide, sugarcoat, or deny your natural emotions in therapy. Exploring and understanding them is part of the process.
Fixing is not the goal
We are not here to 'fix'. We are here to partner with you. The goal is growth and movement forward. We want to help you be the best you, not a different you.