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
Some of the issues we face as a community is lack of empathy and lack of trust. We fall into experiences in life and feel we don’t have the skills, tools, or resources to manage. With support and the tools to navigate through life, we surely can see ourselves arriving on the other side. I take a laid back non-judgmental approach to therapy attempting to meet the client where they are. I do chec...
Hi. My name is Dr. Jim Hanson and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I work with individuals, couples and families. My approach is Cognitive-Behavioral, which means that we will focus on the role thoughts and behaviors play in psychological functioning and well-being. I believe that a therapeutic relationship must include trust, mutual respect and empathy. As your therapist, this...
I am an experienced mental health and counseling professional with over 15 years of experience. As a professional in the field of Mental Health and Education, I offer a diverse background of supporting adolescents, young adults, individuals, couples, and families in a variety of settings including private practice, public schools, colleges/universities, residential treatment programs, juvenile...
I’m glad you came upon my profile in your search for a skilled and effective therapist. I have extensive experience working with people who are facing stressful life events that lead to depression, anxiety, and a general feeling of sadness or being stuck. I use a comprehensive approach while focusing on all aspects of your life to help you cope as you are experiencing challenges related to...
My name is Iesha Anderson. I was born and raised in Houston, TX and graduated from Prairie View A&M University. I also attended Texas Southern University with a Bachelors in Psychology. Academics were a very important part of my life. I realized at an early age that education was vital to my future success in life and the life of others. I have always had a passion for counseling and helping si...
Cincy Pride Counseling offers professional counseling services to people of all genders and sexual orientations in the greater Cincinnati area. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere to foster growth and self-exploration. Respect, equality, dignity, acceptance, and compassion are core values of CPC and pillars for its approach to counseling. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical...
I want to assist individuals, couples, and families, ages birth to 99+, on their chosen paths to living a healthy, mentally stable lifestyle by creating a safe, compassionate, and caring environment where individuals are free to be themselves, where they are comfortable in their own skins, where they can identify their strengths, identify their goals, and pursue those goals on their timeline. I...
Individual and Group Therapy -- • Individual Therapy – Mental Health and Substance Use • “The Change Group” An Aftercare Group • Intervention Plans • Clinical Consulting Services • Mom’s Group •DUI - SAP services • Continued Education Seminars • EAP services for small business. Specialization in working with addiction clients and their families in a group or individual setting. We also work wit...
I realize that coming to counseling takes courage. I will meet you where you are and work with you on your journey toward healing and thriving in whichever phase of life you are in. Counseling is a process of self-exploration and can certainly be difficult at times, but can yield life changing results. I believe that everyone is worthy of feeling whole and that often, there are both internal an...
I am here to help those who are suffering in some way and want to improve their situation. I have nearly 20 years of experience working with and for clients and patients in many settings, including residential treatment centers such as Fairbanks Hospital in Indy and Meadows Hospital in Bloomington, and two of the oldest non-profits around in the Children's Bureau and Families First. I strive to...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor licensed by the state of Texas. I received a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of St. Thomas and a Master’s degree in Counseling from the University of Houston - Clear Lake. I am currently accepting new clients at a private practice located in Pasadena, TX. I also have flexible hours to help with school and work schedules when needed. I a...
I am a licensed mental health counselor who specializes in working with children, adolescents and adults dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, substance use, grief & loss, crisis and trauma, medical problems, as well as other areas. I am a nationally certified anger management specialist (for court-mandated and self-improvement clients). I work with individuals, couples and families ...
If you are sick and tired of being sick and tired and ready to transform your mental health and well-being, then you are in the perfect place. And, the good news is that you are not stuck with how you are today! You do have a say in how your life goes. Given the right tools and support you can quickly begin to move in the direction of what you want for yourself and your life. Without good menta...
Often times we feel that expressing our emotions makes us look too vulnerable or weak. And some of us have no problem getting out our feelings, but our delivery and approach is not always received the way we intended. I specialize in sex therapy, so if you're having intimacy problems in your relationship, marriage, or just feel depressed or anxious you're in the right place. I provide a safe...
There are times in our life when growth looks confusing, and we can develop unpleasant symptoms or maladaptive coping skills. We all go through phases in our lives, and I think that sometimes we benefit from help navigating the temporary situations. I provide cognitive behavioral therapy, and brief, solution focused counseling when you need some extra help. Some of my clients I have seen for...
