Why do people seek therapy for themselves, or their relationship, or their relationship with family members?
Simply, for clear definition of what is current and what is possible for the relationship structure and dynamics.
Systems/Relational Therapy for all varieties of relating clarifies each person's self-understanding of how one's wishes, emotions, and expression actually affect and influence both sides of a relationship.
Sometimes people hesitate to start therapy due to fear if it will end a particular relationship.
In fact, the opposite is true. Strong relationships thrive from deeper learning about them.
When will I see results of my Systems/Relational therapy?
Very often after the first session you will feel better!
During our first session we set an agenda for the matter which the couple, individual, or family would like to improve.
This includes each client's expectations, hesitancies in expression, and felt level of emotional safety and respect between themselves and the person involved.
How long is each Session? How often do we meet?
Each session is an hour and 30 minutes (90 minutes). My generous time allotment allows deep and precise examination of the aspects and dynamics of your circumstance.
You'll leave our session with beneficial insights and new self-knowledge to apply and integrate into your reality.
Usually we meet every 2-3 weeks because our therapy work is detailed and in-depth. Our session interval gives you time to reflect and to live your new discoveries! We then discuss your results during our next session.
After each session we mutually decide the scheduling interval which best fits these criteria.
Is therapy confidential?
In general, the law and professional ethics protect the confidentiality of all communications between a client and a psychotherapist. Information is not disclosed without written permission.
The exceptions to this principle are as follows:
- Suspected child abuse or dependant adult or elder abuse. The therapist is required by law to report this to the appropriate authorities immediately.
- If a client is threatening serious bodily harm to another person/s. The therapist must notify the police and inform the intended victim.
- If a client intends to harm himself or herself. The therapist will make every effort to enlist their cooperation in insuring their safety. If they do not cooperate, further measures may be taken without their permission in order to ensure their safety.
