Narrative Therapists in Halifax, NS
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I utilize a range of evidence based treatments: CBT, ACT/Narrative to support you in achieving the desired outcomes you are looking for.
Accepting New Clients! If you're feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges or dealing with anxiety, depression, or relationship issues, I'm here to help. Therapy can provide the guidance, tools and skills you need for personal growth and your mental health. My approach is diverse, client-centered and tailored to your individual needs. I’ve seen the positive effects of therapy and believe it can greatly improve your quality of life. I specialize in evidence-based treatments for anxiety, depression, trauma, and more. Together, we can develop strategies to manage your symptoms and achieve your goals. I look forward to working with you.
I utilize a range of evidence based treatments: CBT, ACT/Narrative to support you in achieving the desired outcomes you are looking for.
Accepting New Clients! If you're feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges or dealing with anxiety, depression, or relationship issues, I'm here to help. Therapy can provide the guidance, tools and skills you need for personal growth and your mental health. My approach is diverse, client-centered and tailored to your individual needs. I’ve seen the positive effects of therapy and believe it can greatly improve your quality of life. I specialize in evidence-based treatments for anxiety, depression, trauma, and more. Together, we can develop strategies to manage your symptoms and achieve your goals. I look forward to working with you.
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I am also particularly skilled and have training in Music Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Hypnotherapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Clinical Traumatology.
You may face sadness, worry, repetitive thoughts, following experiences that are tough to talk about, violence and trauma resulting in numbness, isolation. Maybe you want to dig deeper, to better understand these events and how they are impacting your life now. You may feel increasingly ready to move through and beyond the difficulties you face, to embrace what feels more like the real you. I am trained to work creatively with folks who are in the midst of life’s challenges, to help them process and cope with their emotions. I know how to work with trauma, survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence, depression and anxiety.
I am also particularly skilled and have training in Music Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Hypnotherapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Clinical Traumatology.
You may face sadness, worry, repetitive thoughts, following experiences that are tough to talk about, violence and trauma resulting in numbness, isolation. Maybe you want to dig deeper, to better understand these events and how they are impacting your life now. You may feel increasingly ready to move through and beyond the difficulties you face, to embrace what feels more like the real you. I am trained to work creatively with folks who are in the midst of life’s challenges, to help them process and cope with their emotions. I know how to work with trauma, survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence, depression and anxiety.
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Sea Light Counselling - Andrew Leger
Counsellor, MEd , RCT, CCC, MSc, BEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3K
This approach includes strength-based, person-centered, motivational, solution-focused, and narrative therapies.
If you're ready to talk, I'm here to listen. Accepting new clients as of August 2024. You may be feeling weighed down by life issues right now at home, work or school; this heaviness is affecting your health and well-being. Maybe you are working on building better family relationships, or trying to improve communication with your adolescent child. I recognize that you are the expert of your life. I appreciate the courage it takes for you to share your story and I will give you the necessary time and space to do so.
This approach includes strength-based, person-centered, motivational, solution-focused, and narrative therapies.
If you're ready to talk, I'm here to listen. Accepting new clients as of August 2024. You may be feeling weighed down by life issues right now at home, work or school; this heaviness is affecting your health and well-being. Maybe you are working on building better family relationships, or trying to improve communication with your adolescent child. I recognize that you are the expert of your life. I appreciate the courage it takes for you to share your story and I will give you the necessary time and space to do so.
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Heather McPherson
Registered Counselling Therapist Candidate, MA, MACP, RCT-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3S (Online Only)
My clients arrive at therapy knowing something needs to change. They may not know exactly what is preventing them from living their best lives but they do know what they have isn't it. I work with individual's get the best out of their lives. I have worked with challenges that include addiction, dealing with a loved one's addiction, anxiety, depression, life transitions (children, divorce, illness), relationship issues, grief & loss, and/or childhood trauma. When working with you I use evidence-based treatments tailored to meet your unique needs. These include CBT, DBT ACT, Narrative, Solution Focused and MI.
My clients arrive at therapy knowing something needs to change. They may not know exactly what is preventing them from living their best lives but they do know what they have isn't it. I work with individual's get the best out of their lives. I have worked with challenges that include addiction, dealing with a loved one's addiction, anxiety, depression, life transitions (children, divorce, illness), relationship issues, grief & loss, and/or childhood trauma. When working with you I use evidence-based treatments tailored to meet your unique needs. These include CBT, DBT ACT, Narrative, Solution Focused and MI.
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Primarily, we incorporate Narrative Therapy, Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP), Nature-Based Therapy, CBT and ACT.
I am a Registered Counselling Therapist and owner of Wolf Counselling Therapy. At Wolf Counselling Therapy, we work with people of all genders (ages 14+) and specialize in working with men and boys who are experiencing a range of mental health and life challenges including relationship issues, domestic abuse, sexual abuse, anger/emotion regulation, trauma, depression, and anxiety. We offer in-office, outdoor (e.g., during a hike, at a park bench), video, and phone-based therapy sessions.
Primarily, we incorporate Narrative Therapy, Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP), Nature-Based Therapy, CBT and ACT.
I am a Registered Counselling Therapist and owner of Wolf Counselling Therapy. At Wolf Counselling Therapy, we work with people of all genders (ages 14+) and specialize in working with men and boys who are experiencing a range of mental health and life challenges including relationship issues, domestic abuse, sexual abuse, anger/emotion regulation, trauma, depression, and anxiety. We offer in-office, outdoor (e.g., during a hike, at a park bench), video, and phone-based therapy sessions.
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Insight Mental Health Counselling
Counsellor, MEd, RCT, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3J (Online Only)
By using solution focused, narrative, collaborative, and strength based therapies, we’ll help you to build confidence, find happiness and gain insight.
We help teenagers and adults who want to confident and happy but are feeling weighed down by anxiety, stress and depression. We also help couples who want healthy and supportive relationships but instead find themselves feeling misunderstood, unheard and unhappy.
By using solution focused, narrative, collaborative, and strength based therapies, we’ll help you to build confidence, find happiness and gain insight.
We help teenagers and adults who want to confident and happy but are feeling weighed down by anxiety, stress and depression. We also help couples who want healthy and supportive relationships but instead find themselves feeling misunderstood, unheard and unhappy.
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Vicki Jeha
Registered Counselling Therapist Candidate, MEd, RCT-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3K
I approach counseling with a trauma-informed, culturally competent, and narrative lens, that is person-centered and strength-based.
I am a registered counseling therapist practicing in Kjipuktuk, Mi’kmaki (Halifax, Nova Scotia). My work taps into the transformative power of storytelling, the wisdom of the body, and the language of emotions to facilitate healing. It is my belief that with the right support, we are all capable of change, re-imagining our life stories, and navigating our hardest seasons.
I approach counseling with a trauma-informed, culturally competent, and narrative lens, that is person-centered and strength-based.
I am a registered counseling therapist practicing in Kjipuktuk, Mi’kmaki (Halifax, Nova Scotia). My work taps into the transformative power of storytelling, the wisdom of the body, and the language of emotions to facilitate healing. It is my belief that with the right support, we are all capable of change, re-imagining our life stories, and navigating our hardest seasons.
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I provide therapy to adolescents (12+) and adults for a wide variety of concerns including depression, anxiety, substance abuse, workplace stress and burnout, self-esteem, perfectionism, and relationship and family issues. With a compassionate and collaborative approach, I help clients better understand their emotions, patterns of coping and communication, and assist them in finding lasting solutions. I work with individuals of all genders, sexual orientations, and backgrounds, striving to understand each person within their surrounding sociocultural context. My theoretical background is integrative, drawing from emotion-focused, cognitive-behavioral, feminist, narrative, humanistic and mindfulness-based approaches.
I provide therapy to adolescents (12+) and adults for a wide variety of concerns including depression, anxiety, substance abuse, workplace stress and burnout, self-esteem, perfectionism, and relationship and family issues. With a compassionate and collaborative approach, I help clients better understand their emotions, patterns of coping and communication, and assist them in finding lasting solutions. I work with individuals of all genders, sexual orientations, and backgrounds, striving to understand each person within their surrounding sociocultural context. My theoretical background is integrative, drawing from emotion-focused, cognitive-behavioral, feminist, narrative, humanistic and mindfulness-based approaches.
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I use narrative and acceptance and commitment therapy and also draw on emotion-focused family therapy, DBT, and attachment theory.
The harsher the memory, the softer the poem. -pavana reddy. Have you experienced wounding in relationships and find yourself struggling to cope amidst conflict or the aftereffects of trauma or harm? Do you long to love and enjoy yourself and life again (or perhaps for the first time)? Harm can happen in many relationships, including romantic, familial, and with the social world around us. You might be facing triggers, anxiety, depression, feelings of hopelessness, or external barriers to well-being. My hope is to support you in feeling safer, overcoming harsh narratives about yourself, and living a life that feels right for you!
I use narrative and acceptance and commitment therapy and also draw on emotion-focused family therapy, DBT, and attachment theory.
The harsher the memory, the softer the poem. -pavana reddy. Have you experienced wounding in relationships and find yourself struggling to cope amidst conflict or the aftereffects of trauma or harm? Do you long to love and enjoy yourself and life again (or perhaps for the first time)? Harm can happen in many relationships, including romantic, familial, and with the social world around us. You might be facing triggers, anxiety, depression, feelings of hopelessness, or external barriers to well-being. My hope is to support you in feeling safer, overcoming harsh narratives about yourself, and living a life that feels right for you!
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Using a strengths based, client and solution focussed approach, I use tenets of the modalities of CBT, ACT, FST and Narrative therapies based on the needs of the client and best practice for the presented need.
I work with people facing life-transitions, whether, health status, relationship status or work pressures adjustment, planning and support tailored for these situations can help. Whether the adjustment to one’s circumstances is invited or not, I help people not only manage the multifaceted nature of transitions and loss, I take a whole-person approach to addressing the many asocial, psychological, emotional, spiritual and functional aspects of living “WELL”alongside these circumstances helping individuals, families find ways to not just cope, but even thrive through the most challenging of circumstances.
Using a strengths based, client and solution focussed approach, I use tenets of the modalities of CBT, ACT, FST and Narrative therapies based on the needs of the client and best practice for the presented need.
I work with people facing life-transitions, whether, health status, relationship status or work pressures adjustment, planning and support tailored for these situations can help. Whether the adjustment to one’s circumstances is invited or not, I help people not only manage the multifaceted nature of transitions and loss, I take a whole-person approach to addressing the many asocial, psychological, emotional, spiritual and functional aspects of living “WELL”alongside these circumstances helping individuals, families find ways to not just cope, but even thrive through the most challenging of circumstances.
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Kate Murray
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MACPc
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3M (Online Only)
I tend to take an eclectic approach but lean towards the use of Narrative and Solution-Focused Therapy.
My names Kate, and I identify as cisgender, pansexual and neurodivergent. I am accepting client's from Nova Scotia, Ontario, BC, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, NWT and Newfoundland and Labrador. I am currently completing my Masters of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. As an intern I am currently offering a significantly reduced rate at $50 per session.
I tend to take an eclectic approach but lean towards the use of Narrative and Solution-Focused Therapy.
My names Kate, and I identify as cisgender, pansexual and neurodivergent. I am accepting client's from Nova Scotia, Ontario, BC, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, NWT and Newfoundland and Labrador. I am currently completing my Masters of Arts in Counselling Psychology at Yorkville University. As an intern I am currently offering a significantly reduced rate at $50 per session.
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Katherine Ilnitski
Counsellor, MEd, BA, RCT, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3M (Online Only)
I consider myself to be an eclectic practitioner. I employ many different therapeutic approaches including: Narrative, CBT, Solution Focused, Trauma Informed therapies, Mindfulness practices, ACT and Behavioural Modification strategies. I tend to work primarily from a Narrative Therapy approach, which is an approach to counselling that seeks to be respectful and non-blaming. It centres the client as the expert in their own lives and views problems as separate from the client themselves. Narrative Therapists assume clients have many skills, competencies, beliefs, values, commitments and abilities that will assist them in reducing the influence of problems in their own lives.
I consider myself to be an eclectic practitioner. I employ many different therapeutic approaches including: Narrative, CBT, Solution Focused, Trauma Informed therapies, Mindfulness practices, ACT and Behavioural Modification strategies. I tend to work primarily from a Narrative Therapy approach, which is an approach to counselling that seeks to be respectful and non-blaming. It centres the client as the expert in their own lives and views problems as separate from the client themselves. Narrative Therapists assume clients have many skills, competencies, beliefs, values, commitments and abilities that will assist them in reducing the influence of problems in their own lives.
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My therapeutic approach adapts to the individual needs of my clients, but I often incorporate techniques in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy; Humanistic Therapy with a focus on solution focused; Narrative Therapy and mindfulness-based strategies.
We all know the importance of taking care of our physical health (although that can be challenging to do!) but it is equally, if not fundamentally important to take care of our mental health and wellbeing. Just like a nutritionist or trainer teaches new habits while holding you accountable to your fitness goals, a counsellor can support your goals for therapy and equip you with the proper resources, strategies and tools to help you face your life challenges with confidence and empowered purpose.
My therapeutic approach adapts to the individual needs of my clients, but I often incorporate techniques in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy; Humanistic Therapy with a focus on solution focused; Narrative Therapy and mindfulness-based strategies.
We all know the importance of taking care of our physical health (although that can be challenging to do!) but it is equally, if not fundamentally important to take care of our mental health and wellbeing. Just like a nutritionist or trainer teaches new habits while holding you accountable to your fitness goals, a counsellor can support your goals for therapy and equip you with the proper resources, strategies and tools to help you face your life challenges with confidence and empowered purpose.
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Tod Augusta Scott Family Therapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Halifax, NS B3M
Gender-based violence, restorative approaches and narrative therapy have led me to work internationally. Locally, I have spent 25 years working for a trauma-informed community-based organization and for the past fifteen I have also worked for the Canadian Armed Forces. Currently I continue to speak publicly and train others about domestic violence. I co-founded the Canadian Domestic Violence Conference when I saw a need to bring more light to the subject. I am available to help couples work through the damages caused by domestic violence as well as to help individuals repair the harm done to them so they can move forward.
Gender-based violence, restorative approaches and narrative therapy have led me to work internationally. Locally, I have spent 25 years working for a trauma-informed community-based organization and for the past fifteen I have also worked for the Canadian Armed Forces. Currently I continue to speak publicly and train others about domestic violence. I co-founded the Canadian Domestic Violence Conference when I saw a need to bring more light to the subject. I am available to help couples work through the damages caused by domestic violence as well as to help individuals repair the harm done to them so they can move forward.
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My approach involves providing tailored support through CBT, ACT, Narrative Therapy, and Solutions-Focused techniques to address a range of concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, or challenges related to motivation.
The complexities of human emotions can sometimes be unexpected. I employ a person-centered and non-judgmental approach to therapy, aimed at fostering confidence, equipping individuals with practical tools, and enhancing self-awareness to effectively navigate both external and internal challenges. My holistic approach emphasizes compassion, understanding, actionable skills and techniques. Counseling and healing are processes that facilitate individuals in exploring inner selves and the meanings they have assigned to their experiences. I look forward to the opportunity to meet with you and support you on your healing journey.
My approach involves providing tailored support through CBT, ACT, Narrative Therapy, and Solutions-Focused techniques to address a range of concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, or challenges related to motivation.
The complexities of human emotions can sometimes be unexpected. I employ a person-centered and non-judgmental approach to therapy, aimed at fostering confidence, equipping individuals with practical tools, and enhancing self-awareness to effectively navigate both external and internal challenges. My holistic approach emphasizes compassion, understanding, actionable skills and techniques. Counseling and healing are processes that facilitate individuals in exploring inner selves and the meanings they have assigned to their experiences. I look forward to the opportunity to meet with you and support you on your healing journey.
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Ali Peddle
Registered Counselling Therapist Candidate, MACP, RCT-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3K (Online Only)
However, given my love for the arts, I have a passion for Narrative Therapy.
Hi, my name is Ali Peddle RCT-C (She/her) and I am glad you're here. I completed my undergraduate degree at St. Francis Xavier University in 2019 where I received a Bachelor of Arts Joint Major in Music & Psychology. May 2023 I completed my Masters of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP). I believe you are the expert of your own life and it's my job to provide you with a safe non-judgmental space to share openly while I offer the support and guidance you need to overcome life's challenges.
However, given my love for the arts, I have a passion for Narrative Therapy.
Hi, my name is Ali Peddle RCT-C (She/her) and I am glad you're here. I completed my undergraduate degree at St. Francis Xavier University in 2019 where I received a Bachelor of Arts Joint Major in Music & Psychology. May 2023 I completed my Masters of Arts in Counselling Psychology (MACP). I believe you are the expert of your own life and it's my job to provide you with a safe non-judgmental space to share openly while I offer the support and guidance you need to overcome life's challenges.
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As a Narrative, trauma-informed therapist, I believe we each have an innate ability to heal and grow – but sometimes we get stuck.
Hi, I'm Ali. I'm glad you're here - we were never meant to do this alone. I work with adults, teens (12+), and couples/relationships. Therapy with me is a conversation. I'm compassionate, curious, and I love when laughter sneaks into the room. My areas of focus include: trauma, career and life transitions, gender and sexuality, neurodivergence, and well-being for artists/creatives. I have experience supporting people through depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, identity questions, and loss. I also draw on 12+ years of experience working as a professional theatre artist across Canada.
As a Narrative, trauma-informed therapist, I believe we each have an innate ability to heal and grow – but sometimes we get stuck.
Hi, I'm Ali. I'm glad you're here - we were never meant to do this alone. I work with adults, teens (12+), and couples/relationships. Therapy with me is a conversation. I'm compassionate, curious, and I love when laughter sneaks into the room. My areas of focus include: trauma, career and life transitions, gender and sexuality, neurodivergence, and well-being for artists/creatives. I have experience supporting people through depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, identity questions, and loss. I also draw on 12+ years of experience working as a professional theatre artist across Canada.
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Ruth Downie
Counsellor, BScN, MEdCoun, CHyp(tm), RCT, CCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3K
Waitlist for new clients
Using ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) and Narrative Therapy the client is invited to engage with their life in a meaningful and rewarding way.
My clients are generally people who are managing a chronic medical condition, are struggling with a life altering diagnosis, who may be finding a life transition challenging(menopause, retirement) and have feelings of anxiety or sadness as a result. I provide counselling to help make difficult decisions.
Using ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) and Narrative Therapy the client is invited to engage with their life in a meaningful and rewarding way.
My clients are generally people who are managing a chronic medical condition, are struggling with a life altering diagnosis, who may be finding a life transition challenging(menopause, retirement) and have feelings of anxiety or sadness as a result. I provide counselling to help make difficult decisions.
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I utilize a range of evidence-based techniques, including solution-focused, narrative, and collaborative approaches.
Are you seeking relief from anxiety, stress, and depression? You’ve come to the right place! I help teenagers and adults who feel trapped by the challenges they face, find insight and direction in their lives. You deserve to live a life filled with purpose and joy, and I'm committed to helping you achieve that vision. Together, we can navigate obstacles and cultivate happiness in your life.
I utilize a range of evidence-based techniques, including solution-focused, narrative, and collaborative approaches.
Are you seeking relief from anxiety, stress, and depression? You’ve come to the right place! I help teenagers and adults who feel trapped by the challenges they face, find insight and direction in their lives. You deserve to live a life filled with purpose and joy, and I'm committed to helping you achieve that vision. Together, we can navigate obstacles and cultivate happiness in your life.
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Dawn Maskine
Counsellor, MEd , RCT-C , RYT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Halifax, NS B3L
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome, my name is Dawn and I have been working with individuals and groups in the fields of community-based development, education, health and wellness, and physical rehabilitation for over 20 years. Using narrative, trauma informed, and somatic approaches, I follow the philosophy that people are not their problems, behaviours, or past. If we can externalize and deconstruct the latter, by tapping into values and strengths, then there is potential to rewrite your narrative moving forward. I am dedicated in assisting you in relieving the stressors of holding onto stories that do not connect with your true self concept.
Welcome, my name is Dawn and I have been working with individuals and groups in the fields of community-based development, education, health and wellness, and physical rehabilitation for over 20 years. Using narrative, trauma informed, and somatic approaches, I follow the philosophy that people are not their problems, behaviours, or past. If we can externalize and deconstruct the latter, by tapping into values and strengths, then there is potential to rewrite your narrative moving forward. I am dedicated in assisting you in relieving the stressors of holding onto stories that do not connect with your true self concept.
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Is narrative therapy evidence-based?
Narrative therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments such as cognitive behavioural therapy. Some small studies do show that depressed and anxious individuals who were treated with narrative therapy reported improvement in anxiety and depression symptoms.
How long does narrative therapy last?
Narrative therapy is less structured when compared with psychoanalysis, for example. Narrative 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 few months, and sometimes a year or longer. Patients see their therapist one to two times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a person’s challenges and progress. Individuals can also practice the principles of narrative therapy after treatment has ended.
Does narrative therapy work?
Narrative therapy can help a person manage or reduce symptoms of conditions like depression or anxiety. This type of therapy encourages a person to reflect on the moments of their life when their particular problem was not at the forefront of their minds — perhaps life celebrations, achievements, and other successes. The individual is encouraged to rewrite their storyline as if their particular problem was not part of their life. This therapy may offer benefits that are hard to measure.
What are the possible limitations of narrative therapy?
Narrative therapy is person-centered or client-centered, and the health professional pays more attention to the subjective narratives that are constructed by the client, as opposed to other objective measures. The therapist privileges the individual’s perspective over all others. This open form may feel frustrating for individuals seeking a more structured approach; certainly, no one therapy type will work for every individual.