What happens in an individual session?
Checking in about your overall functioning, specific symptoms, and recent events
Exploring thinking patterns and emotions brought to light by recent events
Connecting recent experiences to the stories from the past that have stayed with you
Reprocessing past experiences in new ways that help you live the life you want
Learning about how your brain and body create the physical and psychological symptoms
("Name it to tame it")Experimenting with coping skills to build a toolbox with a variety of strategies for different situations
Practicing communication skills to be more effective in your relationships
Experiencing what it feels like to be safe in connecting to another person
What happens in a family therapy session?
Checking in with each family member about their overall functioning, recent events, and how they have been feeling in interactions with the family
Exploring thinking patterns and emotions brought to light by recent events
Recognizing patterns in family interactions and how they impact connection
Reprocessing past interactions in new ways that help strengthen the relationship
Taking responsibility for pain caused and opening the door to forgiveness
Learning about healthy communication skills and the psychology of family dynamics
Negotiating boundaries that support the safety of each family member
Experiencing what it feels like to connect to each other in healthy ways