There are often times in our lives when we seem to have hit a roadblock. These roadblocks tend to be mental roadblocks: a manifestation of some other issue that gets in the way of our daily lives. It could be that the relationship we are in is crumbling before our very eyes. It could be that the stressors of our job are wreaking havoc on us. It could even be a physical affliction, such as battles with drug or alcohol abuse.
When we don’t address the underlying issues in our lives, we may find ourselves dealing with feelings of depression, unworthiness, and self-loathing. You may even find yourself having unexplained bouts of anger or find that the slightest thing will set you off. It can be increasingly difficult to live this way. You’ll begin to find yourself isolated from others. You may deal with bouts of insomnia or unexplained weight gains/losses.
It’s true that we all have moments in our life where we are not at our best. However, there is something that can help you find your path once more. When you fully understand your needs and how to meet them, it is possible to have a more successful, fulfilling life.
Maybe for you, it looks like this: You’ve arrived home from a busy day at work only to find your partner lounging about on the couch. The dishes aren’t done, the laundry is piling up, but your partner seems to pay it no mind. Without listening to your partner explain their own stressful day, you immediately fall into a rage and the fight starts. Before you know it, you’ve fallen into this routine of communication breakdown.
Or maybe you’ve found yourself using alcohol to ease the stresses of the day on a regular basis. Your drinking habit has began to get in the way of your relationships with others. You’re unable to attend your child’s game or performance because you know you aren’t safe to drive. Perhaps you find yourself taking a risk and driving anyway.
It’s okay to not be okay, especially when you feel stuck in your life and can’t see how to free yourself. What is not okay is to think that you have to continue to live that way. There is another path that you can take. One that involves taking an introspective look at yourself and at your life – therapy. Even if you are unable to attend a therapy session in person, there is another option for you.
Keep reading for our 3 reasons why YOU can benefit from distance counseling.
WHY SEEK A THERAPIST?
Reason One – We all need help in our lives at one time or another. Maybe we’ve recently gone through a break-up or divorce and can’t figure out who we are without that other person. Maybe you’ve hit a rough patch that you just can’t seem to shake or are addicted to drugs and alcohol and are ready for a change. A therapist will help guide you through these transitions.
My job is to help you identify your therapeutic goals from a relational integrated theoretical framework. This means my therapeutic interventions all center around your relationship with yourself and others. Every treatment plan is unique, and may include elements of psychodynamic or depth work, mindfulness and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), among others. We work on identifying unhelpful patterns and breaking those cycles so you experience improvements in how you manage your emotions and behaviors.
WHO IS A GOOD FIT FOR DISTANCE COUNSELING SERVICES?
Reason Two – Maybe you have been having difficulty finding a therapist near you to fit your needs. Or maybe you have not been able to make it to your sessions due to scheduling conflicts or your lifestyle. It could even be that you are not feeling well enough to travel to my office. It’s okay – I understand. All of these are excellent reasons to consider distance counseling.
With distance counseling, we are able to connect from the privacy of your home or office and don’t have to worry about the commute, weather, or traveling costs. We meet using a Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) compliant video platform so that we are able to see and hear each other.
Reason Three – A good fit for my distance counseling services is someone who wants to change. If you are not willing to work on yourself and make changes within your lifestyle, then you will not benefit from counseling in general. Although you may not have caused all of the problems you are facing, it is up to you to take responsibility for your life and your actions in the present.
WHO ISN’T A GOOD FIT FOR DISTANCE COUNSELING SERVICES?
There are certain circumstances where distance counseling is not appropriate. Distance counseling is not for any crisis or emergency situations. If you are experiencing suicidal ideation, thinking of harming yourself or others, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room. In addition, there are some symptoms and behaviors which are best served by in person therapy. If you were interested in seeing if distance counseling would be a good fit for you, I suggest contacting me at Spectrum Psychological Services today!
If we start a distance counseling session together but you realize that this isn’t the best outlet for you, we can schedule appointments at my office in Darien, Illinois. Please note that I am licensed in Illinois and Iowa so I am only able to assist those who have permanent residence in those states.
If you have enjoyed reading our article, the next best thing you should do is contact Spectrum Psychological Services to schedule a session. Our first session together will allow us to dive deeper into your needs and explore what you require in order to achieve peace of mind.
WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT AFTER READING OUR 3 REASONS WHY DISTANCE COUNSELING IS FOR YOU
Now that you’ve read all about distance counseling, you now have the the opportunity/ability to make a difference within your life and explore the opportunities before you. Although you may struggle with feelings of inadequacy or unworthiness, you have the power within you to take action. Reading this article has already placed you on the path to understanding yourself better.
Achieving an emotional balance in your life can be challenging, but it is worth the effort. You can find fulfillment and enjoy positive experiences again. Spectrum Psychological Services will work closely with you to help you achieve your goal.
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