Counseling Expectations

What can I expect at my initial counseling session?  Counseling or therapy is a tool to help you discover and use your own organic strengths to manage emotional difficulties.  During your initial session the therapist will ask you a range of questions to build a picture of your strengths and the things you struggle with.  This is done in a non-judgemental and accepting way.  Depending on the situation the therapist may ask questions about past experiences as well as current challenges.  An important part of the first session is clarifying what your treatment goals are.  Would you like to feel more comfortable around people?  Are you looking to sleep better?  Would you like to regain more energy and interest in things you like to do?  These goals will be revisited in future sessions to check your sense of progress.  The therapist will listen to your goals, and collaboratively develop a specific treatment approach to help you feel more fulfilled in your daily life. Gulf Wind Counseling offers a selection of therapists in Tallahasee and Apalachicola skilled in building therapeutic relationships and helping you have a positive therapy experience.   

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