Potential Benefits of Therapy

There are a number of potential benefits are available from participating in therapy with a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist. Often it is helpful just to know that someone understands. A therapist can provide a fresh perspective on a difficult problem or point you in the direction of a solution. Many people find therapy to be a tremendous asset in managing personal growth, interpersonal relationships, family concerns, and the difficulties of daily life. Some of the potential benefits available from psychotherapy include:

•    Finding resolution to the issues or concerns that led you to seek therapy

•    Gaining a better understanding of yourself and your personal goals and values

•    Developing skills for improving your relationships

•    Learning new ways to cope with stress and anxiety

•    Managing anger, depression, and other emotional pressures

•    Improving communications skills - learning how to listen to others, and have others listen to you

•    Getting "unstuck" from unhealthy patterns - breaking old behaviors and developing new ones

•    Discovering new ways to solve problems

•    Improving your self-esteem and boosting self-confidence