What to Expect
How many times I've wished that I could wave a magic wand to help someone feel better... Unfortunately, I haven't yet discovered magic, so you'll have to be willing to do a bit of work with me. What you get out of therapy is due in large part to what you are willing to put into it.
Our first visit will be a time for us to ask questions in order to get to know each other a bit. I will explain some of the unique features involved in 'walk and talk' therapy if you are interested in this, as well as going over the basics of what to expect. This will be your chance to decide if my style and approach feel like a good fit for you.
Our first visit will be a time for us to ask questions in order to get to know each other a bit. I will explain some of the unique features involved in 'walk and talk' therapy if you are interested in this, as well as going over the basics of what to expect. This will be your chance to decide if my style and approach feel like a good fit for you.
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Because of my background working in an ER, I tend towards a solutions based approach to therapy, but also utilize principles and techniques of several different theories, including EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). Just as every person is unique, I believe the approach to their therapy should be as well. Together we will work on addressing the issues that brought you to see me.
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I work most often with people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, struggles in relationships, significant life changes, or feeling that their lives simply aren't where they want them to be. I have an 'inside' understanding of divorce and blended families, having lived through these experiences myself (as a kid and an adult). I also have an appreciation of anxiety and autism on a personal level, as my son struggles with both. And not quite as common, is my awareness of spinal cord injury and paralysis, and its enormous emotional, physical and life changing ramifications, which I've experienced with my step son who was injured at age 15. |
~~ Things to consider if we go for a walk ~~
Privacy : Unlike typical therapy which takes place in a private office, when walking we will be out in public. This means that there will be times in which we could be overheard or encounter someone whom you know. Typically there will be enough background noise to cover our conversation, but when there isn't, we can simply pause our conversation or lower our voices. If we should encounter a friend or acquaintance, it is usually enough to simply nod your acknowledgement and continue on. We will discuss this further during our first visit.
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Level of exertion : Though we may be going for a walk in part to harness the benefits that exercise can provide, you will not be expected to push yourself or move at a fast pace. We'll figure out a pace that keeps us moving but allows us to talk easily.
Accessibility: If it is difficult for you to walk distances or you use a wheelchair, but you'd still like to get out of the office, I am happy to talk with you about ways in which we can still 'walk' together on your journey. It is always an option to take brief strolls with breaks in between, or just hang out on one of the many benches available both indoors and out. |
-- -- Walk With Me Counseling, LLC -- --
528 Hennepin Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55403