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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CLINICAL SUPERVISION AVAILABLE Therapy can help you change and improve your life. A therapist is an unconditional, non-judgemental listener. I am committed to your goals and want to make therapy comfortable and refreshing. I work with a variety of age groups, including children and adolescents, and conduct individual and family sessions. CERTIFIED CLINICAL ANXIETY TREATMENT PROFESSIONAL (CCATP)...
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I use cognitive, insight-oriented, self system, and affirming procedures in the therapeutic relationship. I treat children, parent-child dyads, teenagers, and adults at all stages of life. I have been in private practice in Madison County since 1995. My previous experience includes working in residential treatment facilities and camps, schools, private sector, and teaching undergraduate...
*(No current openings) As a mental health therapist, I am honored to embark on your journey as you navigate your way toward inner peace. I provide an environment that embodies: empathy, non-judgment, an objective viewpoint, and encouragement for clients to create action steps toward goal completion. I specialize in working with women, veterans, and families. Extensive mental health experience...
Hello! I am Dr. Kenya L. King, PhD, Licensed Psychologist and Owner of Aya Psychological and Wellness Services, LLC. I chose the "aya", or fern, to represent the business, as ferns are known for resilience, endurance, and ability to flourish in difficult circumstances. The word "aya" is also associated with themes of goodness, care, beauty, knowledge, and strength across several languages and...
In regards to psychotherapy I work with parents, plain and simple; no matter what stage you are at as a parent or what you are going through as a parent. Maybe you suffer from depression but also happen to be a mom of 3 school aged kids. Maybe your child is in therapy themselves and you don’t know how to deal with that. Or maybe you are a dad who is trying to connect better with his step kids. ...
Bevin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She currently works with individuals and couples who are interested in emotional healing, personal growth and improving relationships. Through a therapeutic alliance, Bevin collaborates with clients to formulate a uniquely tailored treatment plan. She applies a humanistic, client-centered approach and practices genuine compassion and empathy. Bevin ha...
Hello, My name is Nammi Tandon. I am a Registered Marriage and Family Therapist. I specialize in couples therapy, individual and group therapy. Family dynamics are very confusing and painful to navigate. I have multi-cultural perspective while dealing with the different cultures involved. My clients work collaboratively with me which allows them to feel empowered. Life transitions especially am...
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