Transpersonal Therapists in 66601
Steve R Obdyke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW
Verified Verified
Topeka, KS 66601
Thank you for exploring services that can lead to self-discovery, greater mental, emotional, and physical well-being, as well as finding your place in our shared world. From two decades of studies and work experience, I am able to gift to my clients many methods and models that provide evidence-based understandings of how human emotions, thoughts, physical body systems, relationships, and behaviors overlap and interact with each other. I humbly offer this knowledge and experience to serve whatever presenting problems, life goals and dreams, and curiosities have brought you to exploring services in this area of your life.
Thank you for exploring services that can lead to self-discovery, greater mental, emotional, and physical well-being, as well as finding your place in our shared world. From two decades of studies and work experience, I am able to gift to my clients many methods and models that provide evidence-based understandings of how human emotions, thoughts, physical body systems, relationships, and behaviors overlap and interact with each other. I humbly offer this knowledge and experience to serve whatever presenting problems, life goals and dreams, and curiosities have brought you to exploring services in this area of your life.
Jacob Manfred Bigus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Topeka, KS 66601
Being accepted for who we are is one of our most basic needs as humans. With many pieces adding up to create a whole being, it is hard to find someone who can understand without having to explain every time we see them. Repeated explaining and misunderstanding can lead to a feeling of shame and uncertainty that can damage the therapeutic relationship before it starts. I work from a baseline of understanding to help create a safe space for my clients to learn and grow. Therapy should be a laboratory where you can experiment with how you interact with others and present yourself. You are the expert on you. I'm just here to guide.
Being accepted for who we are is one of our most basic needs as humans. With many pieces adding up to create a whole being, it is hard to find someone who can understand without having to explain every time we see them. Repeated explaining and misunderstanding can lead to a feeling of shame and uncertainty that can damage the therapeutic relationship before it starts. I work from a baseline of understanding to help create a safe space for my clients to learn and grow. Therapy should be a laboratory where you can experiment with how you interact with others and present yourself. You are the expert on you. I'm just here to guide.
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Transpersonal Therapists
How does transpersonal therapy work?
Transpersonal therapy focuses on a patient’s spirituality and meaning in life. Transpersonal therapists might borrow from Eastern traditions as well as Western psychology. They may incorporate techniques including meditation, visualization, hypnotherapy, dream analysis, and or breathwork to produce altered states of consciousness. The therapist helps the patient to access their consciousness and spirituality to work through difficult mental states.
How long does transpersonal therapy last?
Because the goal is to understand a person as a whole, including their spirituality, treatment can range from months to a year or beyond. While patients learn the philosophy behind transpersonal therapy during treatment, they can also practice its principles throughout life after therapy sessions have ended.
Is transpersonal therapy effective?
Patients have found success with transpersonal therapy; this method is useful in improving anxiety, depression, self-esteem, identity, fears, relationship problems, and other concerns. Improvements in problem areas can continue even after transpersonal therapy ends, as individuals can utilize the tools they’ve learned during treatment sessions.
What are the limitations of transpersonal therapy?
There is some research on the effectiveness of transpersonal therapy, but empirical support for this therapy approach is sparse. It does not have the robust evidence base of other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioral therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy.