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 working with tweens, teens, men, busy moms, and women business owners. I have found these populations are most resistant to asking for help, which is why my approach is so effective. I come from a corporate background before transitioning to integrative mental health care. I found that traditional talk therapy wasn’t doing the trick for me personally and so many people I knew. I...
I have worked with children and their families who are going through the divorce process for over twenty years. I have worked with families who are in extreme conflict and counsel the children, provided co-parenting to the parents and parental coordination post-divorce to the families. Many of these children are very young. I have a great deal of experience working with children, especially tho...
At CORE Empowerment we are passionate about working with adolescents, teens, and young adults and young adult couples who are facing challenges and feel they have no one to support their emotions or understand their circumstances. We also work with families to create parenting strategies to address the emotional support needed for their child to progress. We understand that transitions in life ...
No one wakes up so happy that they decide to change their life. You are suffering in some way and want to do something about it. That's a great place to start our work. I'm a down to earth counselor that will use plain language and, (when appropriate), humor while we do that work. Do you have trouble being assertive with others? Are you feeling stuck or in need of a plan? Having trouble achievi...
There are 6 different forms of "Trauma", and I specialize in working with every form. There is (Pure Trauma, Cumulative Trauma, Extreme Trauma, Massive Trauma, and the most Difficult Silent Trauma). My Goal is to heal your trauma and any relationships that have been negativley impacted. ONE HOUR OF THERAPY IS NOT ENOUGH WHEN DEALING WITH TRAUMA. Therefore, I offer post session phone conversatio...
I work well with a variety of clients and create individualized treatment options to meet their goals. I have been in mental health for almost ten years and truly enjoy working in this field. I am very passionate about helping others. My personal motto is..."Getting to the heart of the problem, by empowering minds and changing lives". Congratulations on taking the first step........ Do you...
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Master Addictions Counselor, I am passionate and dedicated to helping individuals, families and communities that are struggling to recover from alcohol and other drugs. I also work diligently to assist individuals and families with addressing related issues in social, emotional, occupational, and mental health functioning. I will work with you to move...
If you are feeling stuck due to a traumatic past that you are struggling to deal with and you need an empathetic, knowledgeable, experienced professional to help you navigate through the broken and dysregulated pieces then email me today. Trauma can show up in so many different ways from depression, anxiety, self-harming behaviors, dysfunctional relationships and so much more. As a Certified...
I am committed to helping clients overcome negative issues and emerge from therapy empowered to reach their full potential. Whether you are struggling with symptoms of anxiety, depression, low-self-esteem or relationship issues, therapy can help eliminate feelings of shame and guilt and increase positive self-image. Eradicating negative thought processes can help you regain a sense of...
I work with adult men and women of any age who are ready and motivated to change. I especially enjoy working with folks struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, challenges associated with change, grief and loss and those struggling with relationships both at home and in the work place. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with 25 years of experience working with adults and older adults I...
Dr. Chen has extensive experience working w/ substance use, eating disorders, PTSD, and mood disorders. Dr. Chen completed his clinical training at multiple clinics and also specializes in self-esteem and confidence development. The first goal is to understand why a person is struggling. Then, work with the patient to build resiliency and strength to adapt and overcome life's challenges. Dr. Ch...
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker and psychotherapist who works with individuals, couples, and children to help them heal trauma, find purpose, and live more joyful existences. I assist my clients in identifying patterns of stress, imbalance, and self-defeating behaviors to create positive, lasting change. I believe that people can change, wounds can heal, relationships can be healthy, and t...
Are you feeling overwhelmed, depressed, anxious, or just not like "you?" Does it feel like extra work to just get through the day? We get it. We're here to help you feel at peace, calm, and hopeful - no matter what is happening in your world. Thrive Counseling and Wellness is made up of talented and dedicated therapists who specialize in a number of issues being faced by people of all ages. Our...
Every client's issues are unique to themselves and need to be validated. I work with individuals with anxiety, depression, personality disorders, eating disorders, and panic disorders, and I am open to seeing all kinds of individuals. I think every person could benefit from counseling, no matter what their issue or how intense. We all deserve to take the time and focus on ourselves so that the...
As a licensed clinical therapist and masters level recreational specialist, my expertise in psychotherapy has been built over the course of two decades working with adolescents, adults, and families. Whether supporting adolescents as they undergo a difficult life transition or mediating conflict among adults and families, my services are designed to help individuals navigate the complexities th...
