Individual Counseling

Anticipated Benefits of Counseling:

• Assertiveness
• Improved social skills
• Improved problem solving skills
• Greater insight
• Development of positive character traits
• Overall satisfaction in relationships with spouse, family, friends and coworkers

Why do people go to counseling?

• I feel lonely and empty inside.
• I am fearful that I will never meet someone and be happy.
• I feel inadequate.
• I generally experience poor self-esteem.
• I have trouble making and keeping friendships.
• I don’t know how to say no and people often take advantage of me.
• I feel stuck in my relationship.
• I have to make a very tough decision and I don’t know what to do.
• I feel stuck in my job/career and I don’t know how to make changes.
• It's very difficult for me to let go of the past.  How do I forgive and forget?

If one or more of the statements above resonate with you, then it’s time for you to call me for your confidential consultation.  During this time, we will determine if counseling is your best option.  Appropriate referral/s will be provided as needed. 

Reasons that may keep you from counseling:

• I'm embarrassed or ashamed to talk to a total stranger about my problems.
• I don't want to admit that I need help.  I should be able to figure it out on my own.
• I don't want others to think that I'm "crazy".
• I rather be in denial...it's too painful.
• I'm afraid I'll be in therapy for years.

Counseling at Life Solutions Counseling:

• Speaking to a licensed professional may be a good idea if you are experiencing embarrassment or shame for couple of reasons.  As of July 1, 2004, the state of Arizona mandates licesure for professionals in the fields of Social Work, Professional Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Substance Abuse Counseling.  Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners is the regulating body for these professions.  This process ensures client confidentiality and professional conduct. 
• Asking for help means you are courageous and strong enough to be vulnerable.
• Life Solutions Counseling strives to provide a non-judgmental and professional therapeutic envioronmnet.
• Therapy at Life Solutions Counseling is goal-oriented and strength based.  With my CARE Model, I help you move through your treatment.  Average duration tends to be 10-12 weeks. 

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