(I love Pinterest, but it's hard to find the proper people to credit for the images. I got this one here: http://www.pinterest.com/pin/422634746254246039/)
I have seen a common emotion over my years as a therapist: Fear. Ugh. Just reading it make you feel yucky, doesn't it? There are plenty of things to fear in life, and sometimes I think we could all spend eternity compiling the list. But one I notice in particular: people often fear I can't help them. Let me reassure you; this is never the case - and I don't use the word 'never' lightly. Do we sometimes have to go to Plan B? Sure. Do I sometimes refer people to colleagues who have more training or expertise on the area that you want to discuss? Absolutely. But there is always something we can do to help your situation.
Usually it boils down to one question: what are you willing to do differently? If you are willing to consider doing something differently in your life, if you are willing to think outside of your usual 'box', if you are willing to take on some 'homework'...then don't fear. There are plenty of letters in the alphabet. Together, we can find the right one.
I have seen a common emotion over my years as a therapist: Fear. Ugh. Just reading it make you feel yucky, doesn't it? There are plenty of things to fear in life, and sometimes I think we could all spend eternity compiling the list. But one I notice in particular: people often fear I can't help them. Let me reassure you; this is never the case - and I don't use the word 'never' lightly. Do we sometimes have to go to Plan B? Sure. Do I sometimes refer people to colleagues who have more training or expertise on the area that you want to discuss? Absolutely. But there is always something we can do to help your situation.
Usually it boils down to one question: what are you willing to do differently? If you are willing to consider doing something differently in your life, if you are willing to think outside of your usual 'box', if you are willing to take on some 'homework'...then don't fear. There are plenty of letters in the alphabet. Together, we can find the right one.