Women’s Issues Therapy
Are You Struggling With Reproductive Issues, Eating Disorders, Or Negative Thoughts About Body Image?
Do you feel like nobody understands what you're going through and that there's no safe space for you? Has battling with these issues led you to isolate because of a lack of social and emotional support? Does this lack of support leave you feeling overwhelmed and unappreciated? Has the unrealistic expectations that women are expected to achieve got you feeling burned out?
Maybe you’re currently pregnant or a new mother, and you’re struggling to manage all the stress and strain of caring for a newborn. Perhaps you’re dealing with infertility or the loss of your pregnancy, and you find yourself grieving intensely for what you’ve lost. You might be suffering from a negative self-image and worrying that you’re not good enough as a partner, friend, or parent. Or maybe you feel overwhelmed and overworked—you have so many responsibilities that you have no room for self-care.
No one should have to live their life this way, as these are issues that can cause severe mental health problems if left untreated. Have you considered seeking specialized therapy for women? A therapist for women can provide better understanding and support tailored to your unique experiences, ensuring that your struggles are taken seriously.
With the proper support, you can overcome your reproductive problems, triumph over your eating disorder, or develop a positive perception of your body. Therapy for women is made for women by women, and we want to see you succeed. A fulfilling life is within your reach and waiting for you.
Women Often Appear Like They Have It All Together, Even When They Don’t
Women often excel at projecting an image of having everything under control. While they appear to have their lives perfectly organized, the reality is that many women's responsibilities are spread thin across various areas.
As the demand for women to juggle both domestic and professional duties continues to increase, they find themselves grappling with burnout, loneliness, and stress. These issues can lead to much more serious ones, such as:
Sleeping problems
Depression
Anxiety
GI issues
High blood pressure and a racing heartbeat
Inability to concentrate and focus
Feelings of worthlessness and hopelessness
Achieving a healthy work-life balance can be a constant challenge, often resulting in feelings of exhaustion. Moreover, many women struggle to feel appreciated and make time for self-care, as they are constantly torn in different directions, making it difficult to prioritize their mental and physical well-being. Participating in women's therapy can change that by teaching women how to make time for themselves.
Women Are Faced With Many Different Obstacles And Pressures
Women are constantly subjected to social pressures, from the expectations of parenting to maintaining their homes and bodies. However, being a woman doesn’t mean having an endless capacity to always show up for everyone. Women have numerous roles to fulfill and are often bombarded with societal expectations and opinions.
For example, according to the Eating Recovery Center, women are 2x more likely to develop an eating disorder (1). This is most likely due to the societal pressure that women should always keep their bodies as trim as possible, even after having a baby.
According to the World Health Organization, March of Dimes, an organization that works on maternal and child health, indicates a miscarriage rate of 10-15% in women who knew they were pregnant (2). Problems with reproduction have always meant hardships for women throughout history.
Nowadays, women need as much support as ever. Think of the importance of self-care like putting your own oxygen mask on first on an airplane. Just like the flight attendant instructs, you need to take care of yourself before you can effectively help others. Women juggle many responsibilities, and they need to have a supportive environment to focus on their mental health, which is crucial for their overall well-being. Women’s therapy is a viable option to be able to provide that type of environment.
Our Therapists For Women Work To Understand Your Unique Responsibilities, Struggles, And Demands
Here at Healing Journey, we focus on supporting women in cultivating a mindful and purposeful life by guiding them to establish a strong sense of self, meaningful values, and achievable goals. We assist you in recognizing the underlying factors that contribute to the feelings of anxiety and depression while also helping you understand how these symptoms impact your well-being. Our therapists acknowledge the unique challenges women might face, such as childbirth, infertility, and miscarriage, which can lead to feelings of inadequacy, low self-worth, and anxiety.
Our approach involves collaborating with you to set both short-term and long-term goals, which we will consistently re-evaluate to ensure a reduction in symptoms and successful progress in therapy. Together, we will carve out a better life for you. You deserve to know that you are worth it.
Methods Used In Therapy For Women
We will help you establish and hold appropriate boundaries to prevent overload and help you carve out time for self-care and socialization. Therapists will often provide homework and worksheets to help women use skills learned in therapy in day-to-day life. We’ll meet you where you are and ask you to take an active role in developing goals for therapy. When working with women, we pull from a host of therapeutic interventions that may include:
Solution-Focused Therapy: Rather than focus on problem-solving, this approach is all about leaning on your strengths so that you can achieve the solutions you want
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): At its core, ACT Utilizes mindfulness and behavioral changes to give you psychological flexibility.
Narrative Therapy: This approach can help you rewrite your narrative so that you can change any negative thoughts, beliefs, or behaviors.
Despite the busy and complex lives women often lead, there is hope for you to find fulfillment, balance, and stability. Effective intervention and a strong therapeutic relationship allow you to prioritize self-care, set healthy boundaries, feel comfortable saying no, and safeguard your inner peace.
You May Be Interested In Therapy for Women But Have Some Questions…
I’m afraid that I will become reliant on therapy.
Our aim is to empower women by equipping them with a range of resources and skills, enabling them to implement the knowledge gained in therapy into their daily lives. We are dedicated to supporting women in attaining independence, balance, and confidence. Long-term therapy will not always be necessary, although there is certainly no shame in continuing to work with your therapist for a long time.
Will it take a long time for therapy to make a difference?
Therapy shouldn't be a lifelong commitment after finding a therapist that meets your needs. Instead, each session should bring you closer to achieving your goals and acquiring the skills to feel confident and self-assured without needing ongoing therapy.
Can I attend therapy with my newborn?
We offer telehealth services and support new moms by welcoming their babies to virtual sessions. We understand the importance of being with your child and recognize the benefit of saving on childcare costs.
Are You Ready To Start Prioritizing You?
If you want to start your self-care journey, call 888-959-6114 to set up a free 20-minute discovery call, or click the buttons below to contact us or schedule your consultation!
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