LMFT, 5 years of experience
Navy then warehouse. Cable business and education process for counseling. I have practiced communicating with people for most of my life so I know what doesn't work! I can usually provide a perspective not yet viewed and guidance towards a new version of the client. Getting to a better place in your life is all in your control. Asking for assistance is your first decision.
Identify an/some area(s) that could use some attention. Coping skills. Alternative perspective.
Willingness to listen and provide the other side of thoughts that are not always considered.
Willing to try something different. Change is what makes improvement possible.
This method affords the client some relief from the symptoms and the ability to better review what path they are on and which path leads to where they want to be.