Individual Therapy
Scheduling an appointment for Individual Therapy is a personal choice, reflecting a desire for change or improvement in an area of one’s life or relationships.
One may be prompted by a long-standing pattern or circumstances that are increasingly difficult to manage. One might schedule an appointment after a critical incident, crisis or unforeseen event.
For others, seeking therapy relates to a growing inner frustration felt when repeated attempts to find solutions have not lead to desired results.
Individual therapy is also a way to begin focusing on a committed or married relationship, when a partner is not ready or interested in Couples Therapy.
What Makes Psychotherapy Effective?
Seeking help from professionals who are trained in “best practices” with experience developing skills can generate confidence and a feeling of relief; even before a first session.
Warmth and a non-judgmental and empathic environment provide safety for you to begin to address your concerns and goals.
A collaborative approach where you are genuinely seen and understood instills hope.
“Good therapy” relates to a therapists’ ability to closely attune to you.
“The best therapy” aligns with your experience, holds a bigger picture in view and has a clear focus to work towards your goals. Janet’s ability to both attune to you and provide a clear focus for your work together gives therapy with her a leading edge.
Janet Voss’s Areas of Special Focus:
Unresolving grief reactions or complicated grief from significant losses
Overcoming traumatic incidents, adverse childhood experiences, neglect or abuse
Substance Use Disorder and Addiction Recovery focused Psychotherapy
Please contact Janet Voss to schedule a meeting or for a free phone consultation.
Natural Stress and Worry vs. Anxiety
Some amount of tension and stress is a natural part of life. Worrying can even be beneficial when it helps us gear up for challenges.
Stress and expectations can enhance our motivation and assist our functioning at peak levels. Having optimal levels of anxiety can boost the energy we need to accomplish goals; however…
When increasing anxiety tips out of the “optimal” range, and it begins to interfere, rather than enhance, daily life, therapy is a helpful next step.
Psychotherapy is effective in treating anxiety when worried thoughts start to ruminate or become an excessive preoccupation, or when our ability to act confidently is restricted. Ms. Voss works collaboratively with you in regaining a sense of control over your life, greater confidence and ability to take on the challenges you face. Janet’s approach is geared towards setting goals with you that are realistic, appropriate and personally meaningful.
Natural Sadness vs. Depression
Sadness, as well, is a human response to loss and grief, which often resolves over time. When depression intensifies or persists, or interferes with daily life, psychotherapy is a good next step to consider. Janet Voss works collaboratively and effectively with you to overcome: painful emotions, such as sadness, loneliness and hopelessness,
Recovery from Depression
Recovery from depression involves more than reducing painful symptoms. Ms. Voss’ collaborative approach is geared to expand your life to have greater meaning, purpose and enjoyment.
Couples therapy can be helpful when depression interferes with a couple’s closeness and connection. Being depressed can be a whole body experience; with physical symptoms, intrusive and negative thoughts, a prevailing emotional experience of sadness or irritation, fatigue, sleep disturbances. Being preoccupied with symptoms can lead to a growing distance and distress for partners not knowing how to respond.
Learn more about therapy for Anxiety, Depression, and Mood Disorders
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Schedule a free 15 minute initial consultation with Janet today.