Reality Therapy states that individuals, not mental health issues, are responsible for their actions and behavior. People make choices that help them get their needs met, but some of these choices are unhelpful, leading to poor relationships skills and ways of relating to others. The therapist’s goal is to motivate individuals to take responsibility for their choices and behavior.
Counselors traditionally use Reality Therapy in prisons and schools. They can use it for individuals, couples, or groups.
Some mental health professionals claim Reality Therapy doesn’t validate mental health diagnoses.
Motivation, behavior, choices, and action are core components in Reality Therapy. Your therapist might help you understand each of these concepts and how they apply to your life. Therapists often spend time asking clients what their needs are. These can range from small things, such as desiring to rid yourself of a bad habit, to larger-scale issues, such as wanting to get your needs more fully met by your partner. Your therapist will help you decide what behaviors can more efficiently get your needs met.
Much of Reality Therapy involves identifying how your behavior, thus far, hasn’t been helpful. Once you gain this understanding, you will be more likely to make choices that align with getting your needs met in healthy, positive ways.
Therapists Who Specialize in Using Reality Therapy
I specialize in trauma and crisis counseling by utilizing a rational behavioral empowerment integrative approach with clients 17 years and older. This integrative approach provides support while encouraging the client to stay in the here and now and utilize their strengths to increase self-esteem and motivation. Clients with bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, severe depression a...
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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master of Science in Clinical Counseling from Eastern Illinois University. I have experience with assessment and treatment of adults and children experiencing mental health effects of trauma, abuse, grief, depression, anxiety, relationship attachment disruption, mood disorders, and self-harm. I assess and provide treatment for children and their...
Hey There! My name is Brittany Stilwell. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I serve a wide variety of the population including individuals, couples, and families. My goal is to offer a systematic approach tailored to each of my client's individual needs while providing a safe, supportive atmosphere for them to achieve the personal growth they desire. We all need help at times, and I...
Do you feel unhappy, dissatisfied, or disinterested with your life? Are you exhausted from always overthinking & worrying about things? Perhaps you don't recognize yourself anymore. Maybe things have felt hard for you for a long time, but you’re unsure why. Maybe you’ve stopped caring about things that used to make you happy. You feel guilty after comparing yourself to others who you think have...
I am a license professional counselor in the Lima area. I have compassion to come along side those who are hurting or are desiring a change. There's no change if there's no change! My goal is to help guide you into the change that you most desire. My approach is eclectic and meet individuals right where they are. I specialize with those suffering from grief, trauma, depression, anxiety, and...
During my 25 years in private practice, I have brought a non-judgemental and attuned approach to my work, creating safety and trust for my clients. I work with adult individuals and teens age 16 and older, primarily around trauma, depression, and anxiety. In this work we frequently address the shame issues that holds one back from living a life fully from their authentic Self. I am inter-active...
At Mindful Paths, our belief is that counseling is a tool on your journey toward optimal wellness. Our role in your journey is to maintain a stance of "walking with you" rather than "directing you" along your path. We utilize an individualized approach and recognize that no two clients are exactly the same. We aim to fully understand your needs by listening to what you present with, and work wi...
My name is Karena Curry, M.Ed., LPC and I am the owner of Kay Counseling, PLLC. My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. I pride myself on offering the professional help you need with the relatable approach th...
Whether mental distress manifests as substance abuse, anxiety, depression, relationship issues or life event stressors, understanding the nature of the mind itself and developing coping techniques to calm waves of agitation is of paramount importance. As mental distress is diminished through counseling techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and mindfuln...
As someone who has experienced many joys of life, I am also one who has dealt with grief, the affects of trauma and other life events. Due to my personal and career background, I believe that I am better suited working with individuals who want support and need help coping with adversities. My specialty is focused on women's issues, particularly trauma, grief and other life adjustment issues. A...
Welcome! Taking this step to consider talking to someone about personal issues and problems takes a lot of courage! Starting a new journey of personal exploration and/or healing can be exciting, yet a path you are unsure about. These are things that I understand and if you decide to explore this possibility, one of the first things that we can do is to collaborate and explore together your...
I believe we all have the capacity to learn, grow, heal and create long-lasting change. We hold the innate ability to discover and realize our true potential and live an authentic life in line with our deepest values. I view therapy as a shared, supportive, compassionate journey that can help you tune into your authentic self, develop attainable goals and work toward sustainable, meaningful...
I enjoy working with clients of all ages and genders. Most of my early experience is with children, adolescents, and families. However, I have been working with adults on individual and couples issues for many years. I also have a lot of experience working with clients on addictions especially drugs and alcohol issues. I work will with clients that have anxiety, depression, and behavioral issue...
