HOW CAN THERAPY HELP ME?
A number of benefits are available from participating in therapy and counseling. In general, therapists can provide support, problem-solving skills, and enhanced coping strategies for issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship troubles, unresolved childhood issues, grief, stress management, and creative blocks. Many people also find that counselors can be a tremendous asset to managing personal growth, interpersonal relationships, family concerns, marriage issues, and the hassles of daily life. Therapists can provide a fresh perspective on a difficult problem or point you in the direction of a solution. The benefits of therapy and counseling you obtain depend on how well you use the process and put into practice what you learn. Some of the benefits available from therapy include:
  

• Attaining a better understanding of yourself, your goals and values

• Developing skills for improving your relationships

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

• Learning new ways to cope with stress and anxiety

• Managing anger, grief, depression, and other emotional pressures

• Improving communications and listening skills

• Changing old behavior patterns and developing new ones

• Discovering new ways to solve problems in your family or marriage

• Improving your self-esteem and boosting self-confidence

• Improving you grades at school or performance at work 
   

DO I REALLY NEED THERAPY?
Everyone goes through challenging situations in life, and while you may have successfully navigated through other difficulties you've faced, there is nothing wrong with seeking out extra support when you need it. In fact, therapy is for people who have enough self-awareness to realize they need help, and that is something to be admired. You are taking responsibility by accepting where you're at in life and making a commitment to change the situation by seeking therapy. Therapy can provide long-lasting benefits and support, giving you the tools you need to avoid triggers, stop damaging patterns, improve your relationships and overcome whatever challenges you face. 

WHY DO PEOPLE GO TO THERAPY AND HOW DO I KNOW IF IT IS RIGHT FOR ME?
People have many different motivations for coming to psychotherapy. Some may be going through a major life transition (beginning college, moving to a new city, divorce, new job, etc.), or are not handling stressful circumstances well.  Some people need assistance managing a range of other issues such as low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, addictions, relationship problems, work life balance, and not being fully satisfied and fulfilled with their life. Therapy can provide some much needed encouragement and help with skills to get through these times.  Others may be at a point where they are ready to learn more about themselves or want to be more effective with their goals in life. To summarize - people seeking psychotherapy are ready to meet the challenges and ready to make changes in their life. 

WHAT WILL THERAPY BE LIKE?
Because each person has different issues and goals for therapy, therapy will be different depending on the individual.  In general, you can expect to discuss the current events happening in your life, your personal history relevant to your issue, and report progress (or any new insights gained) from the previous therapy session.  Depending on your specific needs, therapy can be short-term for a specific issue, or longer-term to deal with more difficult patterns or your desire for more personal development.  Either way, it is most common to schedule regular sessions with your therapist (usually weekly)

It is important to understand that you will get more results from therapy if you actively participate in the process.  The ultimate purpose of therapy is to help you bring what you learn in session back into your life. Therefore, beyond the work you do in therapy sessions, your therapist may suggest some things you can do outside of therapy to support your process - such as reading a pertinent book, journaling on specific topics, noting particular behaviors or taking action on your goals. People seeking psychotherapy are ready to make positive changes, are open to new perspectives and take responsibility for their life.

WHAT IS THE COST OF THERAPY?
Fee generally ranges from $250 to $100 per 45 to 60 minute session, depending on the clinician and type of service provided.  Payment is due in full at the beginning of the session. Therapy With Dewanna accepts payments in cash, check, or credit card.  We are happy to discuss your particular situation and the availability of any reduced fee services.