May I learn to be quiet ~ as the tall grasses are still in the absence of wind.
May I learn from suffering ~ as old stones turn suffering into wisdom.
May I learn humility ~ as blossoms turn humbly to the sun with each days beginning.
May I learn caring ~ as a mother and father lovingly cares for the young.
May I learn courage ~ as the tree that stands alone, rooted to its own being.
May I learn honor and respect ~ as all has been created to share the abundance of earth.
May I learn freedom and grant freedom ~ as the winged ones soar the sky.
May I learn acceptance ~ as the seasons move on to another in the constant flow of life
May I learn renewal ~ as the seed that rises in the Spring to pass in the Autumn, both are renewal
May I learn to forgive and forget ~ as melted snow forgets its life, and becomes flowing water
May I learn kindness ~ as clouds rain down on dry fields parched with thirst.

Seeking out therapy is an individual choice. There are many reasons why people come to therapy. Sometimes it is to deal with long-standing  issues, or problems with anxiety or depression. Other times it is in response to unexpected changes in one's life such as a divorce or work transition. Many seek the advice of a therapist as they pursue their own personal exploration and growth. Working with a therapist can help provide insight, support, and new strategies for all types of life challenges. Therapy can help address many types of issues including depression, anxiety, conflict, grief, stress management, body-image issues, and general life transitions. Therapy is right for anyone who is interested in getting the most out of their life by taking responsibility, creating greater self-awareness, and working towards change in their lives.

OnLine E-mail Counseling

Live Chat Counseling

Live Web-Cam Counseling

In Person Therapy

What can I expect in a therapy session?

Every therapy session is unique and caters to each individual and their specific goals. During therapy sessions it is standard to talk about the primary issues and concerns in your life. It is common to schedule a series of  weekly sessions, where each session lasts 60 minutes for IN PERSON, LIVE CHAT and WEB-CAM sessions. Sometimes individuals who are going through a particularly difficult challenge may request more time per session or more than one session per week. TimeLine Therapy requires a commitment of 5 hours for the session whether IN PERSON or via OnLine WEB-CAM.

It is advisable to set time aside when using OnLine E-mail counseling to ensure that you can really explain the issues you need help with. Upon receiving the response from the therapist make sure you have enough time to really understand the information sent back  Therapy can be short-term, focusing on a specific issue or longer-term, addressing more complex issues or ongoing personal growth. There may be times when you are asked to take certain actions outside of the therapy sessions, such as reading a relevant book or keeping records to track certain behaviors.

Between sessions it is important to process what has been discussed and integrate it into your life. For therapy to be most effective you must be an active participant, both during and between the sessions. It is unlikely that you will achieve results if you are unwilling to take action and do what has been discussed. You can either be invested in success or invested in failure. A wise teacher once told me that everyone is free to fail of succeed as they choose.

• Developing new skills for handling stress and anxiety
• Modifying unhealthy behavior and long-standing patterns
• Attaining insight into personal patterns and behavior
• Increasing confidence, peace, vitality, and well-being
• Improving ways to manage anger, depression and moods
• Discovering new ways to solve problems
• Navigating life’s obstacles more effectively
• Improving listening and communication skills
• Enhancing the overall quality of life

To determine if you have mental health coverage, the first thing you should do is check with your insurance carrier. Check your coverage carefully and find the answers to the following questions:

• Do I have mental health benefits?
• What is my deductible and has it been met?
• How many sessions per calendar year does my plan cover?
• Am I limited to the Insurance Companies list of therapists?
• How much does my plan cover for an out-of-network provider?
• What is the coverage amount per therapy session?
• Is approval required from my primary care physician?

In general, the law protects the confidentiality of all communications between a client and a therapist. Information is not disclosed without written permission. However, there are number of exceptions to this rule. Exceptions include:

• Suspected child abuse or Dependant adult or elder abuse. The therapist is required by law to report this to the appropriate authorities immediately.
• If a client is threatening serious bodily harm to another person/s. The therapist must notify the police and inform the intended victim.
• If a client intends to harm himself or herself. The therapist will make every effort to enlist their cooperation in insuring their safety. If they do not cooperate, further measures may be taken without their permission in order to ensure their safety.