Individual Counseling
Individual counseling may be something you have heard of or seen on television, but do you really know what it is? It can be hard to sift through the various ideas of what it looks like to decide if it is something you want to pursue. We want to help you understand individual counseling at Redlands Christian Counseling so you can decide if it is the right choice for you.
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In the simplest terms, individual counseling is counseling time for one individual. It is time for one person to meet with a trained counselor to work on any issues, concerns, or things the individual would like help with. It is a time for the person seeking help to meet one-on-one with a professional person trained to help and counsel people. It can include a variety of methods to help the individual.
Many people can benefit from individual counseling. The Christian counselors at Redlands Christian Counseling are trained to help people with a variety of things. If you have any concerns about mental health issues, feel like you need support, are trying to work through issues in your life, or just need someone who can listen and guide you from a faith perspective, individual counseling at Redlands Christian Counseling can help.
Your willingness to participate and engage in counseling is a key indicator of how beneficial it will be. Counseling is not a magic wand. Instead, it is a journey you take with a trained professional toward understanding your specific areas of concern.
Studies show that “about 75% of people who enter psychotherapy show some benefit. Other reviews have found that the average person who engages in psychotherapy is better off by the end of treatment than 80% of those who don’t receive treatment at all.” (American Psychological Association) This is encouraging news!
Just like in life, people don’t always connect well. If you meet with a counselor and you don’t feel like you have made a good connection, that’s okay.
We encourage you to try meeting with a counselor for a few sessions. If you don’t feel like you are bonding, you can’t talk openly, or you notice something doesn’t seem right, we are happy to direct you to one of our other counselors. Sometimes we just need to find the right person. At Redlands Christian Counseling we are committed to helping you do that.
Medication can be a helpful tool in dealing with a variety of issues, but this is not a decision to make lightly. We will talk with you to decide if medication may be helpful for your unique needs. If it is, we will help you and encourage you to speak with your doctor to come up with a plan that incorporates the appropriate medication with which you are comfortable.
What we talk about is always in your best interest, and it is important to us that you are comfortable. Sometimes we may ask you to talk about things that feel challenging. If this happens, there are different options. Your counseling time is for your benefit, but it is important that you feel safe and comfortable. We will work together to make that happen.
You will only have to do things you want to do. With that in mind, it is important to remember that sometimes we need to try things to see what helps.
In counseling, you will likely talk with your counselor. How you do that depends on what you are comfortable with. Many people prefer to do this by sitting and having a casual conversation. Others prefer to stand, pace, or lay down. You can find what works for you.
There may be other strategies we use to help you in your counseling. Goal-setting, accountability, journaling, breathing, prayer, meditation, exercise, at-home practice, reading, role play, and other things may be incorporated to help you. We will always work together to do things with which you are comfortable.
It is common to be concerned about confidentiality when it comes to counseling. Maintaining your privacy is essential to us at Redlands Christian Counseling. We will not share information about you or anything you tell us. The only exception is if it involves harming yourself or someone else. These are instances that we are required to report for the safety of you and others.
Counseling is different for everyone. Some people find what they need in a few sessions while others need more time. As you meet with your counselor you can find a timeline that works for you.
We are here to help.
If you think counseling might be right for you, or if you have other questions, call our office. We are here to help you get the services you need.
Sources:
https://www.apa.org/topics/psychotherapy/understanding
Get connected with a Christian Counselor
Contact our reception team at
(424) 438-2888