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 have years of experience working with youth, adolescents and their families dealing with a range of issues from juvenile delinquency, substance abuse and trauma. I have developed professionalism and discipline form my time in the U.S. Army, and have extensive experience in education and coaching. I have spent years helping youth academically, athletically and socially. I have worked with the...
I'm Keena Reddin, a licensed certified Social Worker, and the founder of CEDBW. My goal is to provide each patient with knowledge, appropriate treatment that is individualized, and most importantly support for experiencing a better quality of life. I have been in practice for several years, and have a true passion for the care I get to provide individuals each and every day. I specialize in the...
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I love serving my community in Anacortes and surrounding areas. I have a wide range of expertise. I offer counseling for individuals, couples and minors. I work with all ages, especially children and teens, and take state insurances. I have significant experience working with couples, especially in domestic violence situations and in family reunification. I am also a Guardian Ad Litem for Islan...
I am a bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor working with children, adolescents and adults going through a variety of situations and life transitions. I earned my bachelors in Psychology in Mexico City and a Masters degree in psychoanalysis. I then moved to Miami, FL to pursue another masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have worked with people from all walks of life going...
My ideal client does not fit one mold, but instead embodies clients who seeks a sincere, professional counselor who is dedicated to helping them find the tools to meet their goals. I am passionate about helping each client know that their needs and goals are important to me, and am dedicated in partnering with them to help find less distress from worry, anxiety, negative thoughts, depression, a...
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Wendy graduated with a Master's degree in Counseling from Western Kentucky University in 2011 and is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). She is a Christian, wife, mother and therapist. Wendy has worked in a variety of therapeutic settings, each one enriching and building on her professional experience. Wendy believes that anyone can benefit from talking with an unbiased, empathet...
I understand that life can feel uncertain and overwhelming. It may even feel like a daily struggle to navigate painful feelings, life transitions, relationship dynamics and traumatic events and losses. Thankfully, you do not have to do it alone. Reaching out for support through counseling can help alleviate stress and create great change in your every-day life. I work hard to create a safe spac...
Are you struggling with guilt, shame, anxiety or depression? If so, I specialize in helping others overcome daily life stressors such as these and many more. Allow me to introduce you to a process that can help you break down barriers in your life and ignite those flames that were once lit with wholeness and joy. As a counselor, I am here to guide you through tough times while showing you how t...
We all have moments when we struggle with our emotions whether we are struggling with grief, pandemics, relationships, job stress, spiritual conflicts and more. Ultimately, my motivation and dedication is to help others become their best version of themselves when faced with these struggles and create a path towards a future that is hopeful, exciting and empowering. My integrative style is a...
I have a wide range of experience working with adults, children, adolescents, and families. My primary area of interest includes children and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, behavioral issues, ADHD, OCD, family conflicts/family stressors, and stressors related to school. I also work with individuals of all ages and treat a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety,...
*Telehealth sessions offered at this time* (Limited availability). It is a normal part of being human to sometimes feel stuck, unhappy or discontent in life, and it can be hard to see a way out of these feelings. These experiences can often be overcome with the support and guidance of a therapist. Whether you would simply like someone to listen or someone to lend clinical expertise, I would be...
I combine my clinical expertise with compassion, dedication, love, laughter, understanding and encouragement to provide enriching experiences of healing and transformation. I make sure to tailor my therapeutic approach to "YOU" as an individual, based upon your needs. I utilize various therapeutic techniques to address unhealthy feelings, emotions and behaviors by challenging faulty beliefs and...
( English | español ) Counseling is available in English and Spanish! Consejería en español es accesible. Providing a safe and trusting environment is fundamental to our counseling approach, here at Brewer Counseling & Psychotherapy. We believe that everyone is capable and deserving of finding contentment in life. At Brewer Counseling & Psychotherapy our initial goal is to get you connected wit...
