Individual Counseling

1817195408Neil* started losing confidence in everything.

Neil wanted a positive relationship with his spouse, but it seemed impossible. The constant bickering was draining his energy, and the disconnect between them was becoming more significant by the day.

Although Neil was successful in his career, he did not feel his career fit him anymore. He had always done what others expected of him. As he thought about his career, he wondered, “Where did I go wrong?”

Not feeling like he could be himself at work or home started impacting Neil’s self-esteem. He internalized all the criticism from family and work.

How could he plug up the hole of his deflating confidence?

Therapy helped Neil listen to his inner voice.

Through our work together, Neil gained the ability to explore his inner voice and learn about his true values. Despite all his business training, that inner voice revealed a love of painting and drawing.

Art was very much outside the social norms for men in Neil’s culturally traditional family.

Now that Neil better understood himself, he found a path that matched his values and passion.

Exploring his strengths and weaknesses in a nonjudgmental and supportive environment made all the difference for Neil.

2085987055Establishing boundaries became Neil’s next step.

In therapy, we explored co-dependency and boundaries in relationships. Through our work together, Neil learned the power of taking responsibility for one’s actions.

Often, others will try to blame us for something that isn’t our fault. If we’re not careful, we can accept that blame and feel its weight.

We must recognize the boundaries between what is in our control and what is not. Once we understand that we can only change ourselves, we become free of the weight of others’ emotions.

Neil now understands healthy communication and is on the road to a more positive relationship with his wife.

Neil gained confidence, and so can you.

Are you ready to take the next step to healthier relationships with yourself and others?

The more connected we are to ourselves, the stronger our relationships are with others.

Reach out today for a free 15-minute consultation.

*Neil is not an actual client – this vignette combines client stories designed to maintain privacy.