Ever wondered if a professionally facilitated therapeutic support group would be right for you?Some clients that come to me express reluctance when the option of joining Group is presented, while others are more open to the concept.
In the end, most of those that are initially reluctant and yet decide to give it a go, find group to be an enriching and wonderful experience. Whichever you prefer, be it individual counseling or group therapy, this site looks at both.
Some clients that come to me express reluctance when the option of joining Group is presented, while others are more open to the concept.
Support Group vs. Individual Therapy
Just a few of the benefits for each
Group Therapy Benefits:
Provides you with a support system ( which we all need )
Receive peer feed back and support ( for a variety of input )
Receive professional feedback and support
Fee is generally less than individual sessions
Truly see that your struggles are shared by others, learn from their experiences, share some of your own success.
Individual Therapy Benefits:
Provides you support
The entire session is focused on you
Appointments arranged around YOUR own schedule
Excellent for crisis management
Beneficial as an addition to group, as needed
DEPRESSION
People who struggle with depression often feel down for extended periods. They lose interest in activities that they once found pleasurable. Depression negatively affects millions of Americans each year.ANXIETY AND STRESS
Stress and anxiety are related, but often confused. Stress is tension associated with a specific event (e.g. a test or a job), while anxiety is a non-specific worry about the future. To find relief, people with anxiety may turn to repetitive routines, preoccupations, or addictions.ARGUMENTS
Conflict resolution is an important part of any relationship. Conflict plays a vital role in allowing two people to reconcile differing needs. Unfortunately, when conflict is handled poorly, it can cause distress in the relationship.TRAUMA
Experiences that overwhelm or scare us can leave a lasting impression. The symptoms can leave us stressed, depressed, and have negative consequences for our work and home life.COMMUNICATION
Feeling understood and understanding ones partner is what allows couples to deeply share one another?s lives. Often, couples struggle with communication issues, which actually mask deeper relationship issues.TRUST
Trust plays a vital role in sustaining a relationship. People trust differently. For some, trust is established quickly, while others are slow to grant trust. Similarly, some are able to forgive quickly, while others find it hard.SELF-ESTEEM
Self-esteem is a feeling of personal worth. It is important to be able to value yourself regardless of your current state of personal achievement, beauty, or intelligence. Your self-esteem creates the foundation for a full life, great relationships, and a feeling of well-being.(This is just a sampling of issues that therapy can help with.)
INDIVIDUALS
- Self-development
- Domestic Abuse issues
- Anxiety and depression
- Stress Management
- Life Transitions
- Anger Management
- Teen Life Issues
- Substance abuse and dependence
- Loss and grief counseling
Family dynamics can often be challenging, whether you have a traditional or non-traditional family, we can help. Family counseling provides an opportunity for everyone to openly talk about their thoughts and feelings in a safe environment. Together, we can try to solve any familial issues:
- Parent-child conflicts
- Family communication problems
- Defiant, angry, or isolated teens
- Grief and issues of loss
- Life Transitions (after divorce or separation)
- Therapeutic support groups tend to be a truly enriching experience with additional input and feedback from group members
- Men's group
- Communication
- Financial disagreements
- Infidelity
- Trust issues
- Premarital, Pre-commitment counseling
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