THE COUNSELING PROCESS
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Counseling is a collaborative, dynamic process involving a relationship between therapist and client. Through careful assessment of client concerns, we tailor the therapeutic approach to the specific needs of each individual.
Our approach to counseling is diverse with a collection of therapeutic approaches and techniques:
Faith Based Person-Centered Behavioral Modification Solution-Focused
Psychodynamic Humanistic Approach
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INDIVIDUAL
COUNSELING
Most people want healthy, productive and fulfilling lives and relationships. Yet many of us don’t understand ourselves enough to get there. Instead, we struggle with feelings of confusion that overwhelm us and leave us feeling stuck. Individual counseling allows you to work through a wide array of issues that might be important to you. Some areas of attention we focus on in individual counseling are:
- Family of origin issues
- Problems in relationships
- Codependency/Boundaries
- Panic attacks
- Past or Childhood sexual abuse
- Drug/Alcohol Abuse/Addiction
- Obsession/Compulsion
- Eating Disorders
- Adoption
- Anger Management
FAMILY COUNSELING
FAMILY COUNSELING is offered to both individuals and entire families. Family systems theory recognizes that nothing happens in a vacuum and that individuals in the family are part of the larger system. The parts are interrelated, not independent. We recommend counseling with your loved ones to focus on the following issues:
- Restoring trust in a relationship
- Working on communication in a relationship
- Family of origin work
- Blended family dynamics
- Divorce
- Parenting work
BULLYING
BULLYING has become the latest epidemic within our society having catastrophic consequences for the individual and the family. From the overt to covert; from the traditional form of bullying to the social media cyber form; all kinds of bullying is occurring, not just boys, but girls as well, creating dire issues. Some area we focus on in counseling with your loved ones are following issues:
- Restoring trust in a relationship
- Self Esteem issue
- Is your child the one doing the bullying?
- Obesity issues
- Failing Grades due to emotional stress
LIFE / GUIDANCE
COACHING
Want help in creating dreams and visions of possibilities? To live life from a place of accountability; the opportunity to live at choice rather than accidentally. The opportunity to carve out a future rather than sit and watch life go by as a spectator - to find yourself producing results that once seemed only a mere thought.
To be the person described as the "Man in the Arena" as characterized by Teddy Roosevelt.
PRE-MARITAL &
MARRIAGE COUNSELING
MARRIAGE COUNSELING is offered for couples who have discovered that “happily ever after” is going to require more work than society and the media suggest. We recommend counseling with your loved ones or partner to focus on the following issues:
- Restoring trust in a relationship
- Working on communication
- Healing from infidelity
- Financial strain on a relationship
- Blended family problems
- Divorce care
- Parenting work
PRE-MARITAL COUNSELING: Prior to marriage, most couples will spend more time investigating their choice of caterer than their choice of spouse. We live in a society where there is almost an equal chance of divorce as there is staying together. Counseling is crucial for increasing the possibilities of a dynamic and fulfilling relationship.
The PREPARE/ENRICH Program can help you identify the skills, strengths and resources you need to make your marriage work. PREPARE/ENRICH automatically tailors the content of the relationship assessment to fit each couple's unique relationship stage and family structure.
TEENS / ADOLESCENTS
Teens and Adolescents often need support outside of their family or peers. With extensive experience in working with teens, we offer support for help in the following areas:
- Insecurity
- Drug/Alcohol substance abuse
- Behavioral concerns
- Self-mutilation
- Suicidal tendencies
- Relationship with family/friends
- Eating disorders/body image
- Self-image
PLAY THERAPY
PLAY THERAPY provides children a safe psychological distance from their problems and allows the expression of thoughts and feelings appropriate to their development. Through the use of play therapy, children learn to communicate with others, express feelings, modify behavior, develop problem-solving skills and learn a variety of ways of relating to others.
Research has shown the effectiveness of play therapy with children experiencing a wide variety of social, emotional, behavioral, and learning problems, including: issues related to life stressors such as divorce, death, relocation, hospitalization, chronic illness, physical and sexual abuse, domestic violence, and natural disasters.
AREAS OF FOCUS
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Being Bullied
- Post-Traumatic Stress
- Grief and Loss
- Relationship Issues
- Marriage Solutions
- Adolescent Concerns
- Spiritual Direction
DEPRESSION/ ANXIETY
Everybody feels depressed or anxious at times. Losing a loved one, getting fired from a job, going through a divorce, and other difficult situations can lead a person to feel sad, lonely, scared, nervous, or anxious. These feelings are normal reactions to life's stressors. But some people experience these feelings daily or nearly daily for no apparent reason, making it difficult to carry on with normal, everyday functioning. This is where counseling can assist you. If you or a loved one are experiencing the following, then contact us:
- Avoiding social situations for fear of feeling awkard, judged, embarrassed or even humiliated
- Persistent sad, anxious or "empty" mood
- Constant and unsubstantiated worry that causes significant distress and interferes with daily life
- Feelings of hopelessness or pessimism
- Loss of interest / pleasure in hobbies, activities, or physical and emotional intimacy
GRIEF AND LOSS COUNSELING
Grief and loss manifests in a multitude of areas in ones life. Clearly the loss of your loved one has a major impact on you. However, the loss of a job; the passing of a cherished pet; or perhaps you have become divorced after many years of marriage; or just moved to a new community and you just seem can't get it together. All you want to do in the morning is pull the sheets over your head and close the blinds. Tears won't stop and life feels depressing and lethargic. To avoid these feelings you may over work, over socialize, or self-medicate by using alcohol or drugs.
Grief is also not a straightforward process. Nor is it understood. It’s up and down, back and forth, round and round. It’s a roller coaster ride for sure and sometimes a spiral.
Fortunately, much of the process of healthy grieving/mourning seems to be "built into" our social genes. Acknowledging and growing from loss is a natural process. Healthy grieving is an active process requiring:
- Acknowledging the full range of feelings we experience with the loss;
- Saying "Good Bye" and moving to a new emotional place;
- Accepting the finality of loss;
- Reconciling to a new life and new future.
We here at Journeys Christian Counselling can help you navigate your emotional journey.
AREAS OF FOCUS
- Pre-Marital Counseling
- Crisis Management
- Addiction
- Social Media Bullying
- Stress Management
- Self-Esteem Issues
- Parenting Concerns
- Life Transitions
- ADHD Issues
