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Terence l Shigg
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Encinitas, CA 92024
I am passionate about affecting change in others and I believe that by helping people change their beliefs you can help them change their lives. My ultimate goal is to give you the tools you need so that you don't need me! I have worked with client's from many different cultures and backgrounds and I would be delighted to work with you! I love people and have been gifted with the ability to connect with and reach almost anyone. I believe in doing what works for the individual. Therapy is about making you stronger not making me feel smarter.
I am passionate about affecting change in others and I believe that by helping people change their beliefs you can help them change their lives. My ultimate goal is to give you the tools you need so that you don't need me! I have worked with client's from many different cultures and backgrounds and I would be delighted to work with you! I love people and have been gifted with the ability to connect with and reach almost anyone. I believe in doing what works for the individual. Therapy is about making you stronger not making me feel smarter.
(760) 490-0511 View (760) 490-0511
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Transformative Marriage and Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Encinitas, CA 92024
For 25 years I have been doing a specific therapy that is structured with a beginning, middle, and end. It is healing from emotional immaturity due to childhood trauma. It is deep rooted therapy with actual tools and healing of wounds that stop us from living to full potential . Many have referred to it as the most transformative therapy that leads to generations of healing. Ideal client is high functioning with a need to recover from love addiction or love avoidance. I was trained by Pia Melody for the last 10 years. I am passionate about this therapy because of what it does for people. This is a therapy that has a structure.
For 25 years I have been doing a specific therapy that is structured with a beginning, middle, and end. It is healing from emotional immaturity due to childhood trauma. It is deep rooted therapy with actual tools and healing of wounds that stop us from living to full potential . Many have referred to it as the most transformative therapy that leads to generations of healing. Ideal client is high functioning with a need to recover from love addiction or love avoidance. I was trained by Pia Melody for the last 10 years. I am passionate about this therapy because of what it does for people. This is a therapy that has a structure.
(760) 263-6981 View (760) 263-6981
Photo of Barbara Stanforth, Marriage & Family Therapist in 92024, CA
Barbara Stanforth
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CCHT
Verified Verified
Encinitas, CA 92024
Are you worried about your child? Is he/she defiant/aggressive or avoidant? Sometimes parents feel something is wrong yet can’t pinpoint a specific problem. I have had great success in helping parents with these problems. When you feel like you have tried everything possible and don't know what to do next, it's time to call a professional. I can help restore harmony to your family!
Are you worried about your child? Is he/she defiant/aggressive or avoidant? Sometimes parents feel something is wrong yet can’t pinpoint a specific problem. I have had great success in helping parents with these problems. When you feel like you have tried everything possible and don't know what to do next, it's time to call a professional. I can help restore harmony to your family!
(760) 654-6868 View (760) 654-6868
Photo of Chris McDuffie, Drug & Alcohol Counselor in 92024, CA
Chris McDuffie
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MSW, CADC II
Verified Verified
Encinitas, CA 92024
Chris works only with those interested in recovery from chemical substance. Chris helps individuals and corporate leaders in addiction and crisis. He is a highly effective leader of Interventions, Corporate Wellness Seminars and support for HR Directors and Leadership Teams.
Chris works only with those interested in recovery from chemical substance. Chris helps individuals and corporate leaders in addiction and crisis. He is a highly effective leader of Interventions, Corporate Wellness Seminars and support for HR Directors and Leadership Teams.
(858) 461-6921 View (858) 461-6921
Photo of Vida Lowe, Marriage & Family Therapist in 92024, CA
Vida Lowe
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Encinitas, CA 92024
At some point in our lives we become stuck. It can look like depression, anxiety, fear or sadness. Working together providing brief therapy, or deeper understanding, for continuous change and support of issues, re-focusing on feeling joyful and fulfilled with issue relief. As a licensed psychotherapist I’m trained to listen to you in an unbiased, empathetic and therapeutic way to provide direction and treatment to help you thrive.
At some point in our lives we become stuck. It can look like depression, anxiety, fear or sadness. Working together providing brief therapy, or deeper understanding, for continuous change and support of issues, re-focusing on feeling joyful and fulfilled with issue relief. As a licensed psychotherapist I’m trained to listen to you in an unbiased, empathetic and therapeutic way to provide direction and treatment to help you thrive.
(442) 200-0841 View (442) 200-0841
Photo of Erin Overstreet, Psychologist in 92024, CA
Erin Overstreet
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Encinitas, CA 92024
I specialize in treating addictions, trauma, anxieties, infertility, depression and relationship difficulties with adults and adolescents (13yrs+). I am also seeking more experience being being a therapist for other therapists. I am trained in Prolonged Exposure Therapy for those recovering from trauma/PTSD. I also have extensive experience working with the LGBTQI+ community. I do have experience with other issues so please contact me. Together we can figure out if I can help you. If it is something I don't have experience with, I can refer you to another therapist. Please visit my website to learn more about me and my practice.
I specialize in treating addictions, trauma, anxieties, infertility, depression and relationship difficulties with adults and adolescents (13yrs+). I am also seeking more experience being being a therapist for other therapists. I am trained in Prolonged Exposure Therapy for those recovering from trauma/PTSD. I also have extensive experience working with the LGBTQI+ community. I do have experience with other issues so please contact me. Together we can figure out if I can help you. If it is something I don't have experience with, I can refer you to another therapist. Please visit my website to learn more about me and my practice.
(442) 777-6412 View (442) 777-6412
Photo of Louis Heit, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in 92024, CA
Louis Heit
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MFT, LCSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Encinitas, CA 92024
I work from a reality-based, solution-focused orientation that allows my clients the ability to resolve problems thoroughly and effectively. While I may use a variety of techniques or interventions, depending on the needs of my clients, I tend to work from both cognitive/behavioral and family systems orientations.
I work from a reality-based, solution-focused orientation that allows my clients the ability to resolve problems thoroughly and effectively. While I may use a variety of techniques or interventions, depending on the needs of my clients, I tend to work from both cognitive/behavioral and family systems orientations.
(760) 621-5798 View (760) 621-5798
Photo of John McDowell, Drug & Alcohol Counselor in 92024, CA
John McDowell
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, ICADC, CADC II
Verified Verified
Encinitas, CA 92024
Addiction creates shame, fear and confusion. Being in recovery, a Court Approved Provider, I understand and offer practical tools to help all individuals. Addiction Assessments, passionate about Recovery & Treatment. We provide unique, individual attention. My work includes Family & Criminal Court. 30 years of working with families to find a new life is my passion. I confidentially work to achieve results. I lived it, things can change. Internationally certified and experienced.
Addiction creates shame, fear and confusion. Being in recovery, a Court Approved Provider, I understand and offer practical tools to help all individuals. Addiction Assessments, passionate about Recovery & Treatment. We provide unique, individual attention. My work includes Family & Criminal Court. 30 years of working with families to find a new life is my passion. I confidentially work to achieve results. I lived it, things can change. Internationally certified and experienced.
(442) 233-3632 View (442) 233-3632

Reality Therapy

Is reality therapy evidence-based?

Reality therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating certain mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments like cognitive behavioral or acceptance and commitment therapies. However, some research does indicate that reality therapy might be helpful for people with addiction, and may be effective in treating social anxiety in young people.

How long does reality therapy last?

Reality therapy is less structured when compared with psychoanalysis, for example. Reality therapy is more open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to two times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. Individuals can also practice the principles of reality therapy long after treatment has ended.

Does reality therapy work?

Reality therapy can help a person manage concerns such as eating disorders, addiction, substance use, anxiety, phobias, and relationship difficulties. This type of therapy encourages a person to be accountable for their behaviors. This therapy may offer benefits that are hard to measure. Reality therapy can be useful in one-on-one therapy or in group sessions. This method may be used with children, families, and adults.

What are the limitations of reality therapy?

This therapy is person-centered or client-centered, and the therapist focuses on choices made by the individual in the present day. The therapist privileges the individual’s perspective over others. This format may feel frustrating for individuals seeking a more structured approach; certainly, no one therapy type will work for every client.