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
At Mbrace Counseling and Behavioral Services, we provide mental health and behavioral interventions to clients who are experieincing difficulty coping and functioning in a variety of settings such as school, work and home. In addition, many of our clients are having problems in their interpersonal relationships as it relates to their peers, significant others, parents and siblings. Further, som...
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My name is Elizabeth Friesen and I am the primary therapist at Friesen Counseling Services. I opened a private practice so I could commit myself to helping people find their direction just as I have found mine. Friesen Counseling offers in office visits in Newton KS. Visit our website FriesenCounseling.com for more information I have advanced training and certifications in trauma focused therap...
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I believe we all have an enormous capacity to break through the barriers we face in life. I enjoy helping people navigate change and restore hope. I take an active role in helping you clarify your issues and identify effective solutions. My 21+ years of experience working as a licensed professional counselor has provided me with broad knowledge and expertise to empower you to make needed and...
My approach to counseling is evidence-based, depends on client need, and typically blends cognitive, interpersonal, supportive, motivational enhancement and, twelve-step facilitation with mindfulness and the principles of recovery...
