Individual, Family, & Couple's Counseling

Individual Counseling

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• Who Attends Sessions?

  • 1:1 between Client and Counselor

• Initial Counseling Session​

  • Discuss Issues, Concerns, Struggles

  • Gain Background Info

  • Identify Goals for Counseling

  • Discuss what SHCW has to Offer

  • Review Payment Options

• What Do We Do During Therapy?​

  • Taking Time to Build Rapport & Trust

  • Focus on Current or Near Immediate Concerns

  • Processing Past Issues Influencing Maladaptive Behaviors in the Present

  • Heal Issues such as Grief / Loss, Substance Abuse, MH Issues, etc. 

  • Practice Life Skills including Coping Skills, Communication Skills, Holistic Approaches & more! 

• Person Centered Approach

  • Safe, Caring, Confidential Setting

  • Endorsing Professionalism & Authenticity 

  • Meeting the Client where they are

  • Client sets the Pace of Therapy

  • Unconditional-Positive-Regard

  • Non Judgmental Attitude

  • Personalize Therapy Space with Small Personal Items from Home (no sharp, dangerous, vulgar items) 

• Comfortable Environment which can include:

  • Essential Oils​ & Incenses 

  • Salt Rocks

  • Comfortable Seating

  • Natural Decor, etc.

Family Counseling

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• Who Attends Sessions?

  • Therapist

  • Family Members

  • * Counselor May Request Individual Sessions with Specific Family Members to Gain more Insight into Family Dynamics

• Initial Counseling Session​

  • To Discuss Family's Concerns, Struggles, Issues​

  • Gain Background Info

  • Establish Goals for Counseling  

  • Discuss what SHCW has to Offer

  • Review Payment Options

• What do We Talk About?​

  • Addressing Family Issues, Struggles, & Conflicts

  • Strengthening the Family Bond

  • Learning Coping Mechanisms & other Life Skills

• Session Expectations:

  • Meeting as a Family with the Counselor in a Structured Setting​; to Allow Everyone a Chance to Speak

  • Encouraging Respect and Honestly Regarding Communication between Family Members

  • Individual Sessions with Family Members to Gain  Multiple Perspectives & Insights regarding Family Dynamics

  • Promoting Unity, Boundaries, & Positive Communication Inside and Outside of Sessions

• Counselor will Provide Referrals if Needed​

  • Counselor will Maintain Professional Integrity and Competency - at all times​

  • Some Family Issues / Concerns May Need Referred to a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

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Addictions

• Types of Substances:

  • Opiates and Opioids

  • Heroin

  • Cocaine / Crack Cocaine

  • Methamphetamines 

  • Amphetamines 

  • Marijuana / Other Hallucinogens 

  • Alcohol 

  • Tobacco

  • Other Substances, Discuss with Counselor 

• Therapy Modalities (Not Limited To):     

  • Harm Reduction

  • Cognitive Behavioral Technique

  • Rational Emotive Behavior Technique

  • Motivational Interviewing

  • Solution Focused Therapy

  • Acceptance& Commitment Therapy Techniques

  • Art Therapy Techniques

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• Addiction Approaches / Services:

  • Reducing Drug Use

  • Abstinence Ba​sed Approaches / Drug Cessation 

  • Relapse Prevention Skills / Planning

  • Learning Life Skills

  • Increasing Job / Career Skills

  • Building a Support Network

  • Developing Positive Communication Skills

  • Integrating Skills into a Positive Lifestyle

  • Treating Co-Occurring Issues with Mental Health

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• Referrals for / Coordinating with Outside Services

  • Detox​

  • Inpatient Rehab options

  • Half Way Houses

  • Medication Assisted Treatment

    • Suboxone

    • Vivitrol

    • Methadone

  • Medical Marijuana 

  • DUI / Alcohol Classes & Requirements

  • Probation / Parole

  • And Others - Will Discuss with Counselor 

Mental Health

• Mental Health Issues:​

  • Depression​

  • Mood Swings

  • Anxiety

  • Panic 

  • Anger ​

  • Trauma Related  

  • Impulsivity​

  • Attention 

  • Trouble Concentrating

  • Relationship Conflicts

  • Socialization

  • Abuse

    • Physical, Mental, Sexual

    • Assessments, Referrals, & Recommendations

    • Coordination of Treatment

  • And Others

• Therapy Modalities (Not Limited To):​

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Other Cognitive Therapy techniques 

  • Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT) 

  • Solution Focused Therapy (SFT)

  • Motivational Interviewing (MI)

  • CBT Trauma Informed Care

  • Art / Play Therapy Techniques

  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy Techniques (DBT)​​

  • Gestalt Techniques 

  • Mindfulness 

  • Acceptance and Comittment Therapy (ACT)

  • Eclectic Psychotherapy

    • Combining different modalities & approaches

    • Positive Technique for Trauma related issues

• Mental Health Approaches:​​​

  • Person Centered / Client Driven

  • Focusing on the Here n Now

  • Suicide Prevention

  • Crisis / Safety Planning

  • Developing Anger Management Skills

  • Healing from Trauma / Traumatic Experiences

  • Living and Dealing with Grief / Loss

  • Learning Conflict Resolution Skills

  • Developing Communication Skills

  • Increasing Life Skills

  • Developing Job / Career Skills

  • Building a Support Network

  • Integration of Skills to Build a Positive Lifestyle

  • Treating Co-Occurring Issues with Addictions

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• Referrals for / Coordinating with Outside Resources

  • Inpatient / Hospitalization

  • Partial Hospitalization Programs

  • IBHS / Wrap Around Programs

  • Psychiatrists / Medication Management​​

  • Case Management

  • Medical Marijuana

  • Trauma / PTSD Centers

  • Suicide Prevention Support

  • Grief / Loss Centers

  • Family / Couple's Therapy

  • Career Centers / Career Link

  • County Assistance Programs

  • And Others - Discuss with Counselor