Are you dealing with:
- Depression and anxiety
- Addictions on people and / or substances
- Issues of self worth and self confidence
- Co-dependency
- Experiences of domestic and/ or sexual violence
- Sexual problems (also as a consequence of abuse)
- Loneliness / sense of meaninglessness after separation / divorce
- Unwanted pregnancy or childlessness
- A difficult relationship to your baby /infant
- Problems around menopause ?
Do not postpone getting help!
The purpose of individual therapy
When people are troubled with painful life situations, therapy can be a way to either view those situations differently or to change the way one handles them. Often, people are in pain because of "baggage" from the past. They wish to discuss these experiences without the intrusion of other family members - and without burdening them. Individual therapy allows this flexibility. Most importantly, therapy is an opportunity to be really listened to and understood.
Taking past history into account does not mean focusing only on the past. This background, however, may shed light on current feelings, opinions, reactions, preferences, fears, and so on. Awareness of the past may give a sense of meaning to the present. The present is always the main focus of therapy so it really is brief. Some people may need only one session; others, a bunch.
For more information see: Trauma Treatment
As an addition to couples therapy
In many cases of a transitory crisis in relationships, it is sufficient to add a few sessions of individual counseling rather than undergoing treatment over a long period of time. Sometimes one or both of the partners need opportunities to be listened to without the presence of the spouse.
For more information see: Couples Counseling