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
** NOT ACTIVELY SEEING CLIENT'S AT THIS TIME**. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Virginia providing psychological therapies to adolescents, adults, and couples. My primary focus is in the treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma, dual diagnosis, grief, adjustment, and relational problems. My background includes clinical work, case management and training in the medical,...
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Welcome to my profile! I am honored to take this moment to share a bit about my counseling approach and philosophy of helping. I believe that individuals have within themselves the power and tools to improve the quality of their lives. I am passionate about providing a welcoming place to assist individuals in becoming more aware of what they want and need, the choices they have in life, and the...
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I have found the most rewarding work to be in the area of mental health and substance abuse. I have had many experiences in my life that have led me into the field of mental health and substance use. I believe that there is a biological, psychological, and spiritual part of every human being and, oftentimes, these are out of balance. It is my honor to be able to assist you in finding that balan...
Kenya Turner is a therapist specializing in individual, couples and family therapy in Tulsa, Oklahoma. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Mental Health Therapist, Speaker, Poet and Reiki Healer. I am married with two children, I earned my MSW from the University of Oklahoma. I think outside the box, I am not your traditional therapist. If you are seeking change, in a new way please feel fr...
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In life we try to balance the responsibilities of work, school and day-to day life so we can enjoy our time with our family and friends. However when we struggle with issues related to trauma, grief, addiction, anxiety, depression, or major life changes it becomes harder to find the enjoyment in life. I've been working with youth, young adults and their families for 10 years. My goal is to help...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 15 years of experience working in the helping field. I am a 2006 graduate of Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, where I earned my Master of Arts in Education, Counselor Education. I have been employed as a Professional School Counselor in Prince William County since 2007. Working with students and their families over the years h...
The saying "You cannot pour from an empty cup" is synonymous with self care. Are you feeling "stuck" or "off" lately? All too often we ignore what is going on with ourselves because of our busy lives pulling us in many different directions. Now is the time to move in the direction of doing something to help yourself or your loved one. Do you wish to fill your cup and rediscover your purpose by...
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS-early mornings, afternoons and weekends. Office is conveniently located off 395 within close proximity to Thompson, Pomfret, Putnam, and Woodstock. Are you looking to find clarity? Have you ever felt defeated? Your experiences and challenges shape who you are, however overtime they do not define you as a whole. Disappointment, frustration, and sadness are feelings you may...
