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
IMMEDIATE OPENINGS FOR VIRTUAL VISITS. ACCEPTING LYRA HEALTH PATIENTS FOR VIRTUAL THERAPY. I have nearly eighteen years of experience working directly with children and families with a wide range of mental health, behavioral, school, and placement issues and special needs. I have utilized various approaches to assist young individuals successfully work through challenges such as ADHD, depressio...
I feel the client is the expert on themselves, thus, I believe in a client centered approach. My passion is guiding those with trauma to heal whether the trauma is a simple trauma or complex. I utilize various modalities depending on the individual and the circumstances. I have treated severe trauma, PTSD, mood disorders, dual diagnosed patients, families, couples, and other client centered...
I could tell you all about my 20+ years of trainings/certifications, therapeutic methods, and the usual psychobabble jargon professionals use. However, if you are like most people, your main question is: "Can you help me in my situation?". To be honest, I don't know if I can help you until we meet and explore what is going on in your life that has lead you to this search. Since 1994, I have...
Let me walk along side you on your journey to a better life. If you seek a well rounded therapist to explore and change negative patterns, unravel co-dependent relationships, assist with parenting challenges, marriage fulfillment, past traumas, behavior problems with your young child/teens, incorporate and bring together a step family, let me help you! I utilize evidence based practices and...
I specialize in adolescent (12-19) females and adult women using Mindfulness-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Meditation, EMDR, Play Therapy, and others to provide you with skills and tools for managing your emotions and behaviors along with processing past traumas. I work with you to help you be able to change the way you think and feel so that you can live your best life. I have many years...
This is your time. To make a choice, to learn more about yourself, to heal and most importantly to learn how to thrive. I practice in a psycho-dynamic way, using the most appropriate and beneficial modality that fits with the client and their needs. I work collaboratively with a client to arrive at their personal goals in therapy. I have found life is a journey of learning how to live to the...
My honest, straightforward, and solution-focused style is based on experience as well as my passion in working with individuals who are interested in bettering themselves and finding positive solutions to any challenges they may face. My many years of experience in the mental health field working with children, adolescents and their families and having worked in various settings, has enhanced m...
Life at times can feel overwhelming and challenging. My goal is to assist my clients in achieving their personal goals and improve their overall quality of life. My therapeutic approach is an eclectic mix of person-centered, CBT, DBT, gender responsive treatment, and trauma focused therapy. I have experience working with clients with a variety of issues including Addiction, depression, anxiety,...
Do you desire a rich, full life but find that life's difficulties, personal emotional issues and unresolved past or present conflicts get in the way? There is hope! Everyone has the capacity for healing and to make the changes they desire. Inherent in each person is the ability to 'live life better' and understanding 'what makes you tick' is key. My desire is to work hand in hand with...
I was born and raised in Lynchburg, Virginia, but have had the amazing opportunity to live and work all over the country including: Washington, DC; New Orleans, LA; Miami, FL and Boulder, CO. Lynchburg is by far my favorite place and I was happy to return home in 2005. I enjoy cooking, gardening, reading and spending time with my family and friends. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). ...
The Life Development Center is a faith-sensitive counseling practice featuring fully licensed clinicians who accept most forms of insurance. We offer counseling from a Christian perspective, all the while maintaining an ethical position where the views of the therapist are not imposed upon the client. Nonetheless, clients who wish to actively integrate their Christian faith into the therapeutic...
Everyone experiences periods of stress, sadness, grief & conflict, so when you're feeling off it can be hard to know if it's time to see a professional about the issue. We offer a variety of therapeutic services including education, training & counseling to empower & implement change in a person's behavior and thinking. Crisis & Opportunity Counseling and Consultation has worked closely &...
Hi, I'm Kate! I enjoy working with many different clients with varying presenting concerns. I work with children aged 8 and older, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I have helped people struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, adjustments and life changes, self esteem issues, and more. I particularly connect well with adolescent, young adult, and adult women, as well ...
"I'm not going to tell you to get over it, I'm going to help you get through it." For over 18 years I have guided individuals on their path towards healing, higher self-awareness, and overall wellness. Many of us struggle with feeling alone, left out, unheard, tired, unconnected, anxious, sad, or fearful. Therapy is a way to change those negative feelings and to address all of the "stuff" we ha...
Creating balance in life can prove to be difficult at times. We may go through periods of time where anxiety, depression, relationships, unresolved issues, setting goals and seeing them through and/or adjusting to changes in your life create difficulty. Using a person centered approach, I find it an honor to come alongside individuals and couples to help them recognize their strengths to proble...
