Quote “3 Classes of People”

“There are three classes of people;

Those who see.

Those whos see, when they are shown.

Those who do not see”.

-Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519)

This is an interesting quote to ponder. I was wondering how this could be applied to therapy in general. I would say all three types come to therapy at some point for different reasons. Those who see, may struggle with their knowingness, unable to feel others really understand, or they struggle when sharing their sights. Those who see, when they are shown often have many “aha” moments. Suddenly things begin to make sense to them in a way unlike before. And then there are those who do not see. They usually visit for a while, with no ability for insight or change. Non seers, are either unwilling or simply just unable to see. They for the most part, remain the same.

All three types vary in their own personal abilities and mingle equally in a variety of socioeconomic and ethnicity groups.

This quote offers yet another model for “seeing” the world.

Making the Case for Marriage Therapy: Why It’s Important for Your Relationship

Marriage therapy is becoming more widely accepted as an essential tool for couples who want to improve their relationship. In fact, making decisions about your long-term relationship or marriage without the benefit of marital therapy maybe now seen as less than ideal. Despite this growing recognition, many couples still hesitate to seek out a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). In this article, we’ll explore why marriage therapy is important, and how working with a licensed LMFT professional can help couples navigate the complexities of their relationship.

While most models of therapy focus on individual work, about 70 percent of therapists work with couples. However, treating one person is different from treating the complexities that a couple brings. Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists or LMFTs have special licensing requirements in addition to couples training and experience that many individual therapists often lack. This is why marriage therapy has gained popularity over the last decade – it provides support and a better understanding of the issues that can develop in relationships.

NWA Marriage and Family Therapy works with many types of couples and is here to serve you explore your relationship issues. Please call 479-225-0055 to ask any questions or to make an appointment, or please leave a voice mail.

Thank you.

Possible Signs Your Family of Origin is Impacting Your Life

Are you noticing that you are having trouble with anger, sadness or are afraid? That your relationships seems to repeat unhealthy patterns? That you maybe struggling with addiction issues? Maybe you also have trust issues in relationships? Do you feel an over all sense of unworthiness?

These might be sings that you are struggling with family origin issues, that have been going unresolved and or unnoticed, that are impacting your life and need some work so you can heal and move forward.

Consider my video conference therapy offering a sliding scale fee and convenient times. I have served the NWA area for almost a decade. Now with virtual secure conferencing I can serve any clients in Arkansas, that are compatible to my scope of practice.

I appreciate your consideration and I hope every one stays safe.

Call me at 479-225-0055 and leave a voice message to see if I can help you with your needs so we can set up a virtual appointment.

NWA Telehealth, Online Counseling, Virtual Therapy

Telehealth, Online Counseling, Virtual Therapy, there are many names that exists for technologically assisted counseling. With our health becoming our most valuable resource, and our lives becoming more difficult making your mental health a priority can be a challenge. Online counseling is now available from NWA Marriage Family Therapy

With new changes in the healthcare regulations and availability of technology like your smart telephone or computer, I am now offering virtual therapy services to the NWA Arkansas area as well as all of Arkansas.

Thank you and feel free to call NWA Marriage & Family Therapy at 479-225-0055 and leave a message to set up a teletherapy online virtual appointment.

COVID-19, CDC guidelines, Online and Telephone Counseling Available

Hope everyone is paying attention to the COVID-19 situation. Making the necessary adaptations to get through this is unusual time is important.

Asking clients to please reschedule their appointments if the do not feel well, even if its last minute. If you have been traveling please self quarantine for 14 days upon your return as recommended by the CDC. See the CDC link below for information and protocols for COVID-19.

In short term I have been rerouting clients through a side door thus avoiding any lobby contact. Allowing 6 feet of space between myself and my clients. No longer shaking hands. Ventilating office, wiping down doorknobs, telephones, tables and anything touched, by wiping down surfaces after use. Having hand sanitizer and tissue readily available at the work place as well. Small changes we can all do.

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/about/index.html

Make common sense changes and getting the most current information, so everyone can stay as safe as possible, These small changes have been helpful to get by up to now.

For the duration of this epidemic, NWA Marriage and Family Therapy will be to transitioning my current office clients and any future new ones to an online video format or telephone depending on the clients preference and technological abilities within the next few days.

This change will not be forever, since face to face counseling is still the gold standard for counseling, in my opinion. This on line/telephone format will just be for the duration of this epidemic. Remember, this too shall pass.

I appreciate your cooperation to this temporary on line transition to let us all get though this ordeal safely. NWA Marriage and Family Therapy will now be exclusively through on line or telephone sessions. I am licensed by the State of Arkansas to use any and all types of Technologically Assisted therapy. I appreciate your patience during this time in stream lining this process.

Perseverance, Prudence, Patience.

Thank you all. Please call NWA Marriage & Family Therapy for 479-225-0055 for on line appointment and leave voice message.

Happy Valentine’s Day

This Valentines Day may you have much love and joy. A good relationship requires a good balance of trust and willingness. Expectations and boundaries made between both of you are clear and willingly followed.

Never forget to enjoy life and to be kind to others because life goes by fast. As a couple getting stuck at times is normal. A couples therapy appointment can explore your situation and allow you to be your best.

Please call 479-225-0055 and leave a message to set up and appointment or to get more information. Offering affordable sliding scale fee with flexible hours.

Thank You and Happy Valentine’s Day.

LMFT and LPC Supervision Consultation in Arkansas

Now offering consultation services for LMFT’s and/or LPC’s for case consultation exclusively in Arkansas, with dually licensed supervisor. Currently, I am not accepting any interns, LAC’s or LAMFT’s at this time. Also offering consulting services for fully licensed therapists or counselors who are starting out or those looking to get into private practice who want to augment their support. Please call 479-225-0055 to speak further.

Excited to offer counseling services for therapists, counselors or other helping professionals in NWA that need support or are needing self care.

Relationships are important

Relationships are important in your life.

If the relationships in your life are healthy they can allow you to feel good about your self, be more creative, feel loved and have an over all sense of wellness from day to day that actually makes for better over all health. Making an investment in your relationship is worthwhile.

Please call NWA Marriage and Family Therapy at 479-225-0055. Offices in Fayetteville and Bella Vista, with hours that accommodate any schedule. I would be happy to answer your questions. Now serving online the Fayetteville, Springdale, Centerton, Rogers, Bentonville, and Bella Vista areas.

NWA Affordable Pre Marital Counseling

Offering Affordable Premarital Counseling in the NWA area customized to fit your needs in the NWA area do you have a limited time frame? One session or a few NWA Marriage and Family Therapy can help you customize your premarital counseling to fit your busy lifestyle and budget.

Call NWA Marriage & Family Therapy 479-225-0055 to set your premarital counseling appointment with a licensed Marriage and Family Therapists.