It takes courage to share your heart

 You deserve Unconditional positive regard

It can be terrifying to share your deepest thoughts with someone else.  Trust that your heart is safe with me.  It is against the law for a counselor to share what is discussed in therapy with others.  All conversations are confidential.

Self Awareness

recognize the little pieces that compose you

Learn to be self aware of body language and feelings of yourself and others.

Stand up for yourself. 

speak up and have a voice

For some people, it is much easier not to speak up in order to avoid conflict- that is called passive behavior.  Aggressive behavior occurs when a person acts angry and abusive in order to be heard.  Learning to be assertive takes practice.  Assertiveness is speaking up and being heard without being passive or aggressive.

Dispute Irrational Thoughts

STOP! RE think it!

Our thoughts control our beliefs and our actions.  Therefor, we need to be careful that our thoughts are truthful and helpful.  Many thoughts are destructive and work against us.  Learn to recognize these negative thoughts!