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
Perhaps right now you feel empty, dissapointed in yourself, detached or just plain sad. Maybe it is that you have made some bad decisions that brought you down a path you never imagined for yourself. Maybe your mood feels out of control, you can not stop crying or perhaps its the opposite and you are feeling on top of the world and you don not know why. I have been there and I want to use my...
I am a licensed therapist who assist men, couples, and families which have developed an unhealthy pattern in their thoughts, beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors causing personal or relationship problems. I also provide intervention for those who are experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, or burnout relating to job or other demanding areas of life. I accomplish this by focusing on the developme...
I have over 33 years’ experience in mental health, substance abuse field and a private provider for all age group, family, children, youth, adult and older adults; completed residency @ Walter Reed Hospital, received 2 public awards, was JAC Clinical Director, 15 yr FSW Adjunct Professor, overseen the 211 operation & expert in diagnostics. I teach individuals to recognize, become self-aware, wo...
I believe that everyone deserves the support they need to release emotions and regain control. My specialities include anxiety, depression, and relationships. I have over 10 years of experience assessing mood, personalities, and family systems. My approach guides clients in managing areas of need such as life changes, emotional regulation, and family/social stressors. While I maintain the utmos...
1) There is nothing stronger than a person who has remade themselves. 2) Real strength is acquired resiliency. 3) Enjoy and stay in the present moment. These are 3 ideas (from Hannah Gadsby and others who are very smart) that inspire both my life and my therapeutic approach. I have a strong strength based and mental health recovery based approach. This provides me with the flexibility to work w...
**Currently Only Accepting New Clients for Perinatal Related Mental Health Concerns, Telehealth Only** My passion for psychotherapy comes from a belief that all humans need to feel connected and supported. I believe in meeting clients where they are, recognizing the individual needs and establishing a supportive relationship that encourages positive growth and change while helping clients navig...
Gail Renwick has a passion and dedication to serve our nation's active military service-members and their families radiates as she unswervingly volunteers her time, talents, knowledge and thousands of dedicated hours to a state of the art military and teaching hospital in Northern Virginia. Gail is a member of the Behavioral Health Consultation and Liaison Services at a hospital where she provi...
I know this is hard. You've likely been debating seeking help for months, if not years. But I am so glad you found us and have taken the courageous step of being here. I'm confident that together we can work to help equip you with the necessary tools to help you face and overcome these challenges. Whether you're struggling with depression, anxiety, or confidence, it is important that you know y...
Don't go without support during these stressful times. It is easy to get stuck in the mundane and feel like life is stagnant or on hold. The road to life can be met with many obstacles. Some we must learn to accept and some we must conquer. I am here to help facilitate change and help you to move forward from past and current challenges. I assist you in gaining more self awareness and teach you...
***ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS FOR AFTERNOON/EVENING APPTS*** Who needs therapy? We all do! I believe we can all benefit from an hour a week dedicated to introspection, healing, and increased self-understanding in a warm, nonjudgmental environment where we feel safe and supported. You may be struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, or hopelessness over a loss of control over your life,...
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with 15+ years of experience and I have practices in Danville and Walnut Creek. I’m a general family practitioner meaning I work with children, teens and adults, however I specialize in teen/adolescent counseling and marriage counseling. Throughout the different areas of the field that I work in, I explore the role of one’s identity and what their...
I specialize in solution-focused therapy. Through the lens of Person-centered psychology, I collaborate with clients to identify what would make the most difference in the area that they want to work on. Each counseling session is directive and intentional in moving clients toward accomplishing their goals for therapy. I work mainly within the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy framework, with system...
There have been numerous times in my life where I have needed to count on someone. Family and friends are a necessary and appreciated support for all of us however, someone outside of our personal relationships is often desirable and more effective. In those moments, I am thankful that counselors exist and I don’t have to go it alone. Similarly, times arise in our role as parents where our...
I am a licensed Clinical Therapist in Michigan and have been for over 20 years. I have worked with a diverse population including teens, adults, seniors, families and couples. I work with issues such as Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, Psychotic Disorders, Low Self-Esteem, Panic Disorders, PTSD, Adjustment disorder, Grief and Loss, LGBTQ related issues, Trauma, Anger Management and Work/L...
Therapy is NATURAL medicine for your mind and soul. Your healing is not worth the delay. You have unresolved matters from childhood, you work in a highly stressful environment, you feel alone and guilty for things that are out of your control. Healing from your past hurt and disappoints is vital to your growth and elevation. We can no longer operate under the same unhealthy thoughts and behavio...
