Lifestage Transitions
Stage of Life Transitions challenge us to see ourselves differently than we’ve seen ourselves in the past. Whether the transition is joyful and planned or forced upon us, having to adopt a different view of ourselves can make us stretch in ways that are positive but can be extremely uncomfortable while we’re learning to adjust to them. A therapist can help you through the transition by working with you to build on your strengths and identifying your goals to help move you toward a new view of yourself that is more fitting with the next stage of your life.
Chronic Illness
Being diagnosed with and living with a chronic health condition can feel overwhelming. Not only do the symptoms interfere with daily life and well being, but suddenly becoming someone who "has a disease" can profoundly change the way we see ourselves. All of this can affect our work life, family relationships, intimacy and friendships. On top of all of that, managing the healthcare system can become like another job in itself. Therapy can help you to explore how these challenges shape your daily life and equip you with the resilience to maintain meaningful connections.
Complex Trauma
Complex trauma develops over time and often stems from stress, relationships or experiences in early life that leave us feeling unsafe. Even though these experiences are behind us, our bodies and minds can feel as if the danger is still present. We may live with feelings of anxiety, shame or overwhelm; it may be difficult to trust others and form intimate relationships; and we may have physical symptoms including pain, insomnia, and chronic fatigue. Therapy can help to heal the emotional, relational and nervous system effects of trauma in a safe environment so that the full range of life experiences are more open to us.
Emerging Adulthood
Emerging Adulthood can be exciting yet filled with anxiety. The swings between independence and requirements for support can be confusing; the path to an adult identity may be unclear; being responsible for the full range of life skills as an independent adult can be overwhelming; and navigating family, friendships and romantic relationships can be the icing on the cake! On top of this, worry about the economy and environment can cause existential struggles. It can be very helpful for the emerging adult to have a therapist to work through these questions with, and to help bolster ego strength during this important time of life.
Twins / Parents of Twins
Being a twin or a parent of a twin is a unique experience, and something that people often don’t think about beyond the challenge of logistics. The attachment between parents and twins themselves is different from the very start of life. Throughout the life span, relationships with other siblings, friends and intimate partners are also affected. Therapy can help parents of twins optimally address the needs of each unique child from the start of life and throughout childhood. It can also help twins themselves address their own identity issues, navigate their relationship with their twin, and strengthen other important relationships in their lives.
Emotional or Physical Abandonment
Our parents play a significant role in early childhood helping us to understand our feelings, be comfortable in our bodies, and get to know ourselves in the world. When they aren't able to be fully present for us, our ability to feel, or to talk about our feelings, may be compromised. We also may struggle with forming a clear identity. Therapy can help us to connect with our emotions, put words to them. It can also us to become comfortable with who we are and find a place in the world that finally feels "right."
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Come home to yourself. Find joy. Experience real change.
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