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
When you feel like you are sinking, it's hard to believe you can get your head above water. It would be my privilege to help you re-discover your own resiliency and strength. I believe in having a client-centered approach to treatment as YOU are an expert on YOU. I believe with the right support and tools, everyone has the ability to heal. I enjoy working with clients to overcome: anxiety,...
MRS. BILIS, MS, MEd, Director of Ominis, a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and a Certified Meditation Instructor, practices Integrative Counseling, an approach that takes into consideration both mind and body to reach wellness. Mrs. Bilis offers a multi-dimensional analysis and treatment plan uniquely designed for each individual. This approach includes the best and proven Easter...
I provide therapy and career counseling to individuals in California and Illinois via video on mobile devices and desktop browsers. Video therapy allows us to meet in your own comfortable and convenient space while more easily fitting into busy schedules. I have experience working with a wide variety of complexities that often arise in our daily lives, such as anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma,...
Life does not discriminate when it comes to stress, trauma, and pain. We should not bear life's burdens alone, as we all need to be heard, understood, and appreciated. Whether this is your first time seeking counseling or simply looking for a change, know you are doing the right thing for yourself. I love to work with those in need of connection, nurture, and growth. I do so through a style tha...
My name is Jessie Beaugard, my ideal client would be one struggling with depression and anxiety due to life stressor's, like death, history of abuse and couples struggling to understand each other and work together as a team. I have experience as a substance abuse counselor, co-leader in therapy groups, taught psycho-educational classes. I have experience working with individuals with depressio...
If you seek a therapist who will listen to your story with no judgement only respect, let's talk. My approach to therapy is holistic, each and every client is treated as the individual they are and plans of treatment are developed in partnership based on client's goals. This is the client's journey and I serve as a guide. My belief and commitment is that anyone who is reaching out, wanting to...
Seeking support is not always easy and I'm happy you're considering talking with a counselor. My job is to provide you opportunities to safely explore the elements of your life that are getting in your way and support you while you develop skills and strengths to improve your wellbeing. You have unique needs and experiences and I will orient my work to you accordingly to create a counseling...
Are you struggling with motivation or overwhelmed to face each day? Do your children disrespect or not follow through on your expectations? Do the stressors of just life get to you? I am her to help. I provide a nonjudgmental/hopeful environment when you come into my office. I have provided mental health services for the last eleven years to children and adolescents who are struggling with trau...
I work with my clients on trying to find positives in themselves and their current circumstances, while digging deep to get to the root of presenting issues. My clients often tell me that I am very relatable and "down-to-earth", which often helps with the therapeutic process. I am a certified sex addiction therapist (CSAT) and work with both sex/porn addicts and their partners. I am trained in...
You're in the prime of your life right? So why does it feel like you're falling behind the pack? You're constantly being told how lucky you should feel to be in the job you have or in this perfect looking relationship but inside you feel like it's all a lie. You're left wondering if your feelings are even valid. They are! I'm here to help you sort through all the conflicting thoughts in your he...
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who believes in forming a strong therapeutic bond with my patients. I believe in providing affordable, convenient, and private counseling services through the use of virtual therapy only. Please inquire with me if you have any questions about the virtual therapy process, as it has proven to be an effective method for my patients. I genuinely want to help yo...
*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS* Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, low self-esteem, or a painful difficult past that is affecting your life now? I have extensive training in a wide range of treatment modalities because every client is unique and I strive to offer an individual approach in treating each client. My treatment approaches are based on a combination of...
I am passionate about helping children, teenagers, and young adults navigate the transitions they face, overcome traumas as soon as possible, and enter into healthy relationships. I believe in educating young women on how to avoid abusive relationships and focus on healthy ones. I love helping young men discover their own meaning behind "being a man." I am passionate about helping angry teenage...
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over fifteen years of working with individuals, groups, and families. I believe that healing can come through the development of mindfulness, in the empowering of ourselves through self-awareness, the constructive exploring of our relationships with others, and taking the time to create peace and clarity in this complex chaotic world. During our time...
I am a Licensed Therapist/ Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 25 years of experience working with adolescents, young adults, adults, couples and families in a variety of settings within the Orlando and Central Florida community. I have extensive experience in chronic mental health problems as well as generalized personal problems affecting one's social and emotional functioning. My prima...
