The adage that “the only constant in life is change” is true for people experiencing life transitions. Some life transitions can be exciting, such as a new relationship, move, job, or child. Some can be difficult, like death, illness, or aging. Regardless of the nature of the change, life transitions can be stressful.
Available Treatment Options
Counseling interventions therapists may use for dealing with life transitions include talking about and processing the change, developing coping skills for handling the stress of the change, and participating in group therapy with people going through similar life transitions.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Life Transitions
A firm believer in reciprocity, I believe therapy is a "two way street" and see my role as igniting the potential within yourself through greater awareness and insight. I seek to provide a foundation where you can explore challenges and confront obstacles in a supportive environment built on trust, transparency and open communication. My approach to therapy is insight oriented and client-center...
For many, going to therapy is a helpful component of their journey towards a healthier life. You may be considering therapy to overcome negative life experiences, change unhealthy thought patterns, work toward recovery from addiction, or to just feel healthier and happier. You may find yourself struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationships. Regardless of your purpose for seeking...
My style is compassionate and supportive. I specialize in working with individuals to enhance growth, build life satisfaction, and increase connection in their lives. I have over 15 years of experience facilitating positive changes and improving self-connection and relationships. Clients often report feeling less shame and disconnection following our work. My practice has largely focused on iss...
You bite back scathing, sarcastic cynicism when your excessively upbeat idiot coworker asks if you have a case of the Mondays. You’re too smart for this. You never wanted this job. You fell into it years ago, and the money keeps you shackled. Everything else is gone. Lovers can’t handle your bitterness. You inherited a backlog of awful, so you cut family out years ago. You got a bum deal; a lif...
Counseling provides a safe, collaborative environment in which individuals and couples gain insight, enhance strengths, and develop the skills needed to manage difficult emotions, relationships, and life circumstances. Together through a caring, non-judgmental relationship, we will explore the unique issues and challenges you face in order to build a solid foundation from which to live a full,...
Therapy is a process that can lead to positive changes in a person's life. It is planting a seed for growth that may take hold during the weeks of active therapy, it may continue to germinate later in life. Abalance Counseling has a team of professionals that provide exceptional Behavioral Health Care to lower income individuals in the Central Valley. Our office provides a safe, comfortable, an...
The mind-body approach drives my work as a therapist, and I am passionate about empowering my clients to build more wholesome lives. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families, and meet with clients ranging in age from 6-70. I specialize in issues including anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, behavioral problems, women’s issues, and personal growth. Through the use of mindfulness,...
I have extensive experience working with adults and children as young as 3. I specialize in helping children other therapists describe as "difficult to treat," including children who are traumatized, emotionally unregulated, physically aggressive, or have difficulty connecting with adults and caregivers. I will work with your child whose needs have not been met in schools or by other therapists...
I am currently not taking new clients until Spring 2021. Welcome! It is my belief that it is very normal in our lives to feel conflict, sadness, anger, or distress. It’s when these feelings and behaviors start to impact our lives in a negative way that we may need extra support in sorting through what it means. Counseling is not about me telling you what to do, but instead, joining you on your...
Making the decision to seek counseling is a courageous one. We can lose sight of our light when we experience painful life events, losses or become disconnected from ourselves and those we love as a result of depression, anxiety or the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Our light can also be diminished by the lies we are told about our self-worth that can eventually become our own inner critic...
We all experience obstacles in life that can be difficult to maneuver. Sometimes, this can leave us feeling stuck. Other times, the skills that we use to keep us safe and help us cope become the very things that create challenges in our lives. As someone who has struggled through many of life’s transitions myself, I know that the work of change isn’t always easy. My vision for therapy is to...
Life can be overwhelming, and we feel like we can’t find the strength or motivation to keep going. Sometimes it feels like our family and friends don’t understand what we are going through. We may even feel like we lack the skills to reach our goals, have healthy relationships, and live the life we have envisioned for ourselves. I am here to offer insight and guidance during these challenging...
I am passionate about working with: People of Color; Trans, non-binary, and genderqueer individuals, and their partners and families; Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Queer folks; Polyamorous and non-monogamous individuals, couples, families and other relationship configurations; Activists and organizers involved in social justice movements and struggles for liberation; and especially, people at the...
It is my belief that the key to change is to create meaningful and collaborative relationships. It is my goal to create a space for my clients to feel safe and supported, while also being heard. Sometimes our struggles throughout life can become overwhelming and we get stuck in behaviors and patterns that aren’t serving us. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of PA. I enjoy work...
All of us at some point need support and understanding when dealing with the challenges of life. I have over 18 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families to improve their relationships, and communication skills. I also enjoy working with pre-school and kindergarten age. With young children I use proven techniques such as play therapy, sand tray, and puppet pla...
