The Fundamentals of Therapy

Here is just a sample of the issues that may cause someone to seek therapy:

Mental Disorders: People struggling with depression, anxiety, phobias, addiction, PTSD, ADHD, etc. may seek therapy to treat the problem and/or learn healthy ways to cope.

If the level of distress is prohibiting her ability to sleep, eat, study, socialize or enjoy life, therapy may be a healthy option.

Therapy can provide a safe, supportive place for people to talk about grief, adjustment to physical illness, the end of a relationship or job, abuse issues, or any change in life circumstances that cause distress.

Individual, couples or family therapy can address a common source of distress: poor communication and difficulty resolving conflicts.

Self-Exploration: Some people come to therapy to gain a deeper understanding of self.

Sometimes this exploration is used to determine career, relationship and personal goals.