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  • Life Transitions/How Psychotherapy Can Help With Big Life Changes

    They say there are only two things in life you can count on: death and taxes. I would add a third: changes. Every person goes through changes in life. And some of those changes can be significant.

    Whether you are graduating, starting a new job, moving to a new city, or ending a relationship, you may find dealing with change to be stressful. But there is good news. Psychotherapy can absolutely help you navigate these big life changes so you can make the absolute best decision for you.

    Here are some ways psychotherapy can help with big life changes:

    Managing Expectations

    There’s the change itself, and then there’s what we expect life to be during and after the change. Often we can feel stress when reality does not align with our expectations of reality. Psychotherapy can help you manage your expectations so that the transition is peaceful and realistic.

    A Positive Framework

    Change means one door closes as another one opens. But many people put all of their focus and attention on that closing door. Focusing on an ending can make us feel depressed and anxious.

    A psychotherapist can help you focus on the new opportunities ahead of you. This can improve your state of mind, which will ultimately help you make the most of the current situation.

    Self-Care

    For many of us, change means burning the candle at both ends and not taking care of ourselves. Counseling can remind us (as many times as needed) that we need to make our physical and mental health a priority during this transition.

    Now that you see some of the ways counseling can help you through the biggest changes in your life, it’s time to find a therapist who can help you find insight and fresh perspective. If you’d like to explore counseling further, please reach out to me. I’d be more than happy to answer any questions you may have. Contact me today.

    Wishing you the best, Carolina Robb PhD. carolinarobb.com

    SOURCES:

    https://onlinedegrees.bradley.edu/blog/six-ways-counselors-can-help-clients-dealing-with-major-change/

    http://creativeresolutionsinc.com/2021/07/20/how-counseling-can-help-you-through-life-changes/

    Adjusting to Big Life Changes