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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All online counseling for clients anywhere in Alabama. If you are struggling right now, please reach out for a free 15-minute consultation to see if you like online therapy and we would work well together. My own therapy is what led me to become a counselor so I personally understand how valuable it is and how much lighter and less stressed life can be. I use a type of cognitive behavioral...
I believe everyone is of value and has a purpose, but it’s not always apparent. My counseling services can help you explore your past, understand your present and focusing on your future goals. I help those when life becomes challenging such as grieving, life transitions or suffering from a mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar, and personality disorders. My primary go...
