As the old saying goes, there are only two things in life that we can count on: death and taxes. I would add a third to this list: change. Every person goes through changes in life. And some of those changes can be significant.
Whether you are graduating, starting a new job, moving to a new city, or ending a relationship, you may find dealing with change to be stressful. But there is good news. Counseling can absolutely help you navigate these big life changes so you can make the absolute best decision for you.
Here are some ways counseling can help with big life changes:
Managing Expectations
There’s the change itself, and then there’s what we expect life to be during and after the change. We often feel stress when reality does not align with our expectations. Therapy can help you to manage and balance your expectations with the realities of the situation for a more peaceful transition.
A Positive Framework
Essentially, most changes mean that one door is closing as another one is opening. Most people put the majority of their focus and attention on that closing door, which can cause sadness and anxiety. Acknowledging, accepting, working through and making peace with our emotions related to any change is an important part of a successful and happy transition. A therapist can walk with you through this process, as well as helping you to best manage the challenges of your current situation and to focus on the new opportunities ahead of you.
Self-Care
For many of us, change means burning the candle at both ends and not taking care of ourselves. Counseling can remind us (as many times as needed) that we need to make our physical and mental health a priority during this transition.
Now that you see some of the ways counseling can help you through the biggest changes in your life, it’s time to find a counselor who can help you find insight and fresh perspective. If you’d like to explore counseling further, please reach out to me. I’d be more than happy to answer any questions you may have.
SOURCES:
https://onlinedegrees.bradley.edu/blog/six-ways-counselors-can-help-clients-dealing-with-major-change/
http://creativeresolutionsinc.com/2021/07/20/how-counseling-can-help-you-through-life-changes/
