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
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I have over 25 years counseling experience as both a mental health and substance abuse counselor. Some of those years were as a Psychiatric Medic in the military, including the Gulf War. I am committed to counseling those who are struggling with life adversities, trials and tribulations who are suffering from mood disorders, anxiety, grief, stress, substance abuse, relationship issues, and issu...
I am a licensed professional counselor who works with adolescents and adults- including couples. I help those with depression, anxiety, and stress management, along with other adjustment issues. I use a wide range of treatment modalities which includes Mindfulness and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice. Working and helping others since 2010, I am well versed in treating physical and...
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Ann Arbor therapist with 30 years experience providing the finest Neuropsychological Rehabilitation, Assessment, Psychotherapy, Counseling, Psycho-Education, Cognitive Rehabilitation. Also perform Emotional Support Animal evaluations. -- Many sessions can be conducted by video from the comfort of your home. Emotional Support Animal evaluations conducted as time permits. Expert in brain injury...
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I love working with children, adolescents and adults. I also work with first responders, veterans and those struggling with transgender or sexuality issues. If you are struggling with depression, suicidal thoughts, anxiety, trauma, Bipolar Disorder, substance abuse, attachment or behavioral issues feel free to call me for services as well. I can provide services in the home or community for the...
( English | Français | español ) Have you ever felt hopeless, anxious, or worried? Have you tried to get help and found it did not work? Then I am the therapist for you! I have years of experience. I especially enjoy helping families resolve conflict by figuring out what leads to it and working together. I am capable to do so, sometimes in as few as a couple sessions. I love working with young...
