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Because I couldn’t write it better, plus he has neat glasses. A challenge to all Omaha business’s, big or small, to create a work environment to help build confidence with our Millennials.…
I have recently begun the discussion of community, neighborhood and sense of belonging. For me, these concepts are continuously illustrated by memories of my grandparents and, more recently, a very …
Brené Brown discusses a theory in her book “Rising Strong” that all people, every day, are truly doing the best they can. It took me more than a minute to wrap my head around her narrative. I…
As I’ve mentioned in previous blogs, I grew up in a house of food. A very stereotypical Midwestern home where you eat when you are happy, you eat when you are sad, casseroles are taken with the bi…
Individual counseling involves meeting with a therapist one-on-one for the purpose of reducing problematic behaviors, thoughts and feelings. An individual treatment plan is developed for each client based on their particular needs and problems. You and your therapist will discuss the best course of action regarding how often you will meet. It is common to meet at least once a week, but it may be more or less than that. Individual sessions with a therapist average about 45 to 50 minutes. This is a great option for finding purpose, enjoyment and healthier options within your life.
Couples therapy focuses on the problems existing in the relationship between two people. Counseling helps couples, married or not, understand and resolve conflicts and improve their relationship. Couples therapy gives couples the tools to communicate better, negotiate differences, problem solve and even argue in a healthier way. Yes, even couples in healthy relationships have arguments.
If it feels like your family is on a bumpy road, family therapy will help identify a smoother path. Family therapy offers a way to view clinical problems within the context of a family. The goal of family counseling is to help family members improve communication, solve family problems, and understand and handle special family situations. It is not uncommon to implement both individual and family therapy to achieve optimal goals for an individual.
If you think you could really benefit from therapy but just aren't sure how to get started, let's talk about it.
