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
I believe that life is about choices. I encourage you to choose happiness. It would be my privilege to be a part of the process that brings you to that choice. I am primarily trained in the Cognitive Behavioral Therapeutic approach. I use a variety of psycho-educational tools that assist in moving towards positive change. My work in the field began in 2000. Life presents various challenges to a...
Welcome, I have the highest regard for the struggles you or your family have been facing. I see counseling as a process that you and I as the counselor come to understand and trust one another to explore and develop goals for an improved life. I offer a confidential atmosphere in which therapy is a cornerstone. When you experience issues and feel you are at a stand still in life, I am here to...
My ideal client is motivated to change and willing to put in the effort and try new things. Their issues may involve dissatisfaction with life, or feeling stuck and frustrated. They want more from their relationships, work, and life. Add traction to your desire to change with the skills, tools and changes in perspective it takes to get there. If you have made it this far, it's likely that you w...
I have my LCSW in both Florida and Massachusetts. I have specialized working with children and adolescents with emotional behavioral issues and their families in a variety of clinical settings. I embrace Positive Psychology and will support and guide those with relationship issues toward a positive outcome. I believe that if the client and therapist can develop rapport and trust that together t...
Whether you are having a crisis, struggling with a mental health diagnosis, need emotional support or want to have a better understanding of yourself and your relationships, I can help you deal with these issues. I provide a safe, and supportive atmosphere for individuals, couples and families to do deep personal work. With over 11 years experience, I've found a "depth focus" is particularly...
Hello there! I moved to Colorado 5 years ago from the upper Midwest to take on a life changing career as a high school counselor. During my time working with adolescents both as a counselor and substitute teacher, I grew a strong appreciation for the current issues our youth experience on a daily basis. I also have experience working on Ft. Carson as a counselor for our military families dealin...
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Professor of Counselor Education at Southeastern University. I am trained in Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) and Gottman Level 1, 2 &3. I received both my Masters and PhD in Counseling from the University of Florida. I have been blessed with the ability to encourage, educate, and empower couples and individuals in counseling. As pastor of Christ...
PCA is a group practice that has been providing mental health treatment in the Baltimore area for over 40 years. Our staff of psychologists and counselors can work with a very wide range of disorders and demographics while providing exceptional therapy, testing/assessment, or evaluations that you or your family may need. We have male and female providers and accept almost all insurance plans. *...
NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS....The majority of my clients either come from this website or referrals from present and past clients. Most clients seek therapy due to pain, disruption or discomfort. Life experiences shape what we believe about ourselves, others and the world around us. Our beliefs shape the choices we make. When choices (or reactions to those of others) are problematic, looking bac...
I have had a private practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over 25 years. I have been told I have a compassionately direct counseling style. I will take all the information you share and help you put it in perspective so you can begin to see your options. My job is to help you regain your ability to see choices you may be missing because you feel over-whelmed. I do well with patient...
Are you constantly in crisis and can't seem to get on track? Then I am the therapist for individuals who are motivated and commited to peeling away at the core and working through issues hindering personal growth. Your Individual partnership, personal responsibility and commitment to oneself are essential tools in obtaining optimal success. I specialize in treating individuals diagnosed with...
Sometimes we need someone not familiar with us to help figure things out It can be beneficial to seek help from someone outside the situations to help find ways to make positive change, and move through these trying times. I Specialize in addiction, trauma and P.T.S.D. and work well with clients who have co-occurring conditions. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Alcohol and Dr...
Everyone can benefit from therapy. Each of us has unique challenges and worries that we may not want to share with our friends and family. We all need a safe person to listen to us without judgment. Whether you have a specific need you would like to work on or several issues to process, I am here for you. If you carry childhood or adult trauma and you feel that it is affecting your ability to l...
Stellar, composed of highly educated and personable professionals, is excited to assist you in meeting your goals by "meeting you where you are" and building upon your strengths. From our therapists and psychologists to our medication management providers, case managers, rehabilitation specialists, and Supreme Court Certified mediators, we take pride in working together to provide a positive,...
I seek to help children, teens, and adults in need of positive support or whom may be struggling with behavior support questions, attention deficit, depression, anxiety, goal development, and family relational problems. I support personal goal coaching and provide a safe environment for exploration in a number of many other areas. I seek to bring elements of joy, comfort, and safety to the...
