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There is a tendency for many to underestimate or push down the many intersecting factors that impact our ability to be the healthiest version of ourselves. Traumatic childhood experiences, family disruption, negative psychological outcomes, life cycle adjustments, vocational issues, loss, and grief increase anxiety and depression. This results in irritability, lack of energy, inability to concentrate, loss of interest in daily activities, and despair. The thoughts and feelings associated with these experiences can be overwhelming.
Individual therapy is designed to create a warm, affirming, empathetic space which assist clients in navigating painful and challenging experiences. The therapist advocates for the client while developing an environment in which healing can occur.
We enter into relationships in order to find connection and belonging with another individual. Rarely do we anticipate the challenges we face in maintaining that connection. Furthermore, if we find ourselves in situations in which we feel disconnected, we struggle to know the steps towards restoration. This disconnect may result in behaviors that create a loss of trust.
When partners are invested in overcoming marital disconnect, reconnection occurs at a deeper level. Trust is reestablished and appreciation for our differences lead to increased empathy and relational bonds. This should provide couples with a foundational hope.
There is often an overarching hope and optimism around moving through the many stages of life. These stages might include moving away to college, getting married, having a baby, rearing our children, launching our adult children, the marriage of our children, merging families, or retirement. So often we have a party or celebration to mark these events but there seems to be no preparation for the struggles that can be associated with the adjustments to change.
In establishing a therapeutic environment in which family members recognize and express their fears, vulnerabilities, and unmet expectations, families become better equip to adapt and adjust to the challenges they face.