Narrative Therapists in Sykesville, MD

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Denise Adams
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sykesville, MD 21784
Imagine waking up every morning feeling ready to take on the world. How great does that feel? Since 2017, I've been guiding patients through life's challenges with a wide range of counseling services. With experience as a special education teacher, middle school counselor, and clinical therapist, I bring a diverse background to our sessions. Life can be tough, but a little help from a professional can make a big difference. I care deeply about your well-being and will provide you with the tools to live your best life.
Imagine waking up every morning feeling ready to take on the world. How great does that feel? Since 2017, I've been guiding patients through life's challenges with a wide range of counseling services. With experience as a special education teacher, middle school counselor, and clinical therapist, I bring a diverse background to our sessions. Life can be tough, but a little help from a professional can make a big difference. I care deeply about your well-being and will provide you with the tools to live your best life.
(410) 204-5271 View (410) 204-5271
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Barbara Kass
Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Sykesville, MD 21784  (Online Only)
One Spirit Counseling is founded on my belief that everyone has the power to heal themselves. My goal in counseling is to help people find their power and connect with their ability to heal and become whole. In addition to my Pastoral Counseling degree from Loyola University, I have a Master of Public Health and am a Certified Health Education Specialist. My public health and education background speak to the physical, behavioral, and environmental health that each of us require to survive while my mental health and spiritual training help bring healing to emotional wounds.
One Spirit Counseling is founded on my belief that everyone has the power to heal themselves. My goal in counseling is to help people find their power and connect with their ability to heal and become whole. In addition to my Pastoral Counseling degree from Loyola University, I have a Master of Public Health and am a Certified Health Education Specialist. My public health and education background speak to the physical, behavioral, and environmental health that each of us require to survive while my mental health and spiritual training help bring healing to emotional wounds.
(410) 734-2337 View (410) 734-2337
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Rachel Cochran
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sykesville, MD 21784
If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals. I work with individuals, couples and families in multiple areas including trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, relationship/family conflict, self-esteem issues, grief, eating disorder and food addiction, learning disorders, anger management, self-harm, LGBT issues, reaction to divorce, mediation, and forensic evaluation. I am more than happy to consult with you to see if we are a good fit to work together!
If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals. I work with individuals, couples and families in multiple areas including trauma, anxiety, mood disorders, relationship/family conflict, self-esteem issues, grief, eating disorder and food addiction, learning disorders, anger management, self-harm, LGBT issues, reaction to divorce, mediation, and forensic evaluation. I am more than happy to consult with you to see if we are a good fit to work together!
(410) 457-3281 View (410) 457-3281
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Tina Baublitz
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC, BCPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sykesville, MD 21784  (Online Only)
Please Email me for Appointment Inquiries. Today is the day that together we discover peace, direction, and solutions to life's challenges. Are you feeling worried, sad, or discouraged? Then you are at the right place for whatever situation you are experiencing. Some of my specialties include: helping individuals discover why they ARE good enough when they have low self-worth; helping hurting and confused couples navigate through their relationship difficulties; helping clients discover freedom from a constant state of dread and helplessness; and guiding those who are struggling with spiritual issues/growth find direction.
Please Email me for Appointment Inquiries. Today is the day that together we discover peace, direction, and solutions to life's challenges. Are you feeling worried, sad, or discouraged? Then you are at the right place for whatever situation you are experiencing. Some of my specialties include: helping individuals discover why they ARE good enough when they have low self-worth; helping hurting and confused couples navigate through their relationship difficulties; helping clients discover freedom from a constant state of dread and helplessness; and guiding those who are struggling with spiritual issues/growth find direction.
(410) 983-6579 View (410) 983-6579
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Rachel Baldwin
Counselor, MS
Verified Verified
Sykesville, MD 21784
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC). My child focuses are in ADHD, autism, special education, anxiety, and trauma, while adults are complex trauma, attachment disorders, and first responders. My goal as a counselor is to compassionately help you with processing, healing, and understanding your emotional, behavioral, psychological, and cultural self as a whole mind and body approach. I utilizes creative expressive therapy, humanistic, and positive-solution focus within a cognitive behavioral therapy approach.
I am a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC). My child focuses are in ADHD, autism, special education, anxiety, and trauma, while adults are complex trauma, attachment disorders, and first responders. My goal as a counselor is to compassionately help you with processing, healing, and understanding your emotional, behavioral, psychological, and cultural self as a whole mind and body approach. I utilizes creative expressive therapy, humanistic, and positive-solution focus within a cognitive behavioral therapy approach.
(443) 727-1248 View (443) 727-1248
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Judith Viers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sykesville, MD 21784
Summer every other week openings. If you or your child are struggling with feelings of depression, anxiety, feeling misunderstood, struggling with a loss or having conflict in a relationship, I would be honored to help you on your healing journey! Sessions are individualized; tailored to your goals. I use supportive reflection and can use CBT, provide trauma informed care, studied Gottman and many other therapeutic approaches. I am also an Art Therapy Practitioner and specialize in memorial art (memorial bookmark, magnets, buttons, painted rocks, picture frames). I hope therapy is a positive empowering chapter in clients' lives.
Summer every other week openings. If you or your child are struggling with feelings of depression, anxiety, feeling misunderstood, struggling with a loss or having conflict in a relationship, I would be honored to help you on your healing journey! Sessions are individualized; tailored to your goals. I use supportive reflection and can use CBT, provide trauma informed care, studied Gottman and many other therapeutic approaches. I am also an Art Therapy Practitioner and specialize in memorial art (memorial bookmark, magnets, buttons, painted rocks, picture frames). I hope therapy is a positive empowering chapter in clients' lives.
(410) 559-9414 View (410) 559-9414
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Amy Heikkinen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Sykesville, MD 21784
Carroll Creative Therapy is a psychotherapy practice serving clients of all ages, and provides evidence-based play therapy for children. For older children and teens, we combine strategies and wisdom from play therapy along with traditional talk therapy, often using age-appropriate tools like the creative arts, video games, and social media. Our work with adults tends to look more like traditional talk therapy, but incorporates many of these same elements through conversation. We are also proud to support gender-diverse and LGBTQ+ clients of all ages, and have a deep knowledge of the community.
Carroll Creative Therapy is a psychotherapy practice serving clients of all ages, and provides evidence-based play therapy for children. For older children and teens, we combine strategies and wisdom from play therapy along with traditional talk therapy, often using age-appropriate tools like the creative arts, video games, and social media. Our work with adults tends to look more like traditional talk therapy, but incorporates many of these same elements through conversation. We are also proud to support gender-diverse and LGBTQ+ clients of all ages, and have a deep knowledge of the community.
(443) 201-7850 View (443) 201-7850
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Lisa Boxall
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sykesville, MD 21784
If you are feeling overwhelmed by grief and loss, or perhaps you or a family member is facing a difficult late-life transition, I'd like to help. It's not uncommon to search for meaning and understanding during times of loss and transition, whether it be sudden, unexpected, or seen in the distance. The emotions can be all-consuming and may seem confusing, even stifling at times. If you are searching for a safe space to share your feelings and to make meaning of your loss or late-life transition, I'd like to provide that for you. My counseling is tailored to meet you wherever you are on your very unique journey.
If you are feeling overwhelmed by grief and loss, or perhaps you or a family member is facing a difficult late-life transition, I'd like to help. It's not uncommon to search for meaning and understanding during times of loss and transition, whether it be sudden, unexpected, or seen in the distance. The emotions can be all-consuming and may seem confusing, even stifling at times. If you are searching for a safe space to share your feelings and to make meaning of your loss or late-life transition, I'd like to provide that for you. My counseling is tailored to meet you wherever you are on your very unique journey.
(410) 609-5593 View (410) 609-5593

More Therapists Nearby

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Benjamin T Hall
Marriage & Family Therapist, LGMFT, CAC-AD
Verified Verified
Marriottsville, MD 21104
In my work with couples and families I engage Emotionally Focused Therapy and Narrative Therapy while conducting Attachment focused work.
Sometimes we realize that we feel helpless, overwhelmed, or angry with our place or circumstances in life. If we are struggling to find comfort in our partner after infidelity, if we have trouble letting go of anxiety, or if we have found ourselves using substances in an unhealthy way, then it might be time to find someone we can trust to help us find that path through. Recognizing that you want change in your life is both powerful and frightening, but with support and care I believe that you will be able to begin to understand just how capable you are to build the life you want and deserve.
In my work with couples and families I engage Emotionally Focused Therapy and Narrative Therapy while conducting Attachment focused work.
Sometimes we realize that we feel helpless, overwhelmed, or angry with our place or circumstances in life. If we are struggling to find comfort in our partner after infidelity, if we have trouble letting go of anxiety, or if we have found ourselves using substances in an unhealthy way, then it might be time to find someone we can trust to help us find that path through. Recognizing that you want change in your life is both powerful and frightening, but with support and care I believe that you will be able to begin to understand just how capable you are to build the life you want and deserve.
(410) 505-8256 View (410) 505-8256
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Lauren Berdeguez
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Eldersburg, MD 21784
Through client-centered practices such as: Talk Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Creative Therapy (art, music, narrative), and Dialectic Behavioral therapy we can navigate the relationship within yourself and with others.
Seeking out therapeutic services is healthy for our mind/body/soul connection. Just as we go to the gym to keep our bodies healthy, or puzzles to keep our mind sharp, we go to therapy to keep our connection between our mind/body/soul. Further, relationships are the center of connection: how we relate to others (family, friends, coworkers,) and the relationship we have with ourselves. It is my privilege to sit with you (or your family members) while we navigate the roadblocks and successes that make your life experience uniquely yours. It is my hope that in through this exploration and work, we can improve your relationships.
Through client-centered practices such as: Talk Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Creative Therapy (art, music, narrative), and Dialectic Behavioral therapy we can navigate the relationship within yourself and with others.
Seeking out therapeutic services is healthy for our mind/body/soul connection. Just as we go to the gym to keep our bodies healthy, or puzzles to keep our mind sharp, we go to therapy to keep our connection between our mind/body/soul. Further, relationships are the center of connection: how we relate to others (family, friends, coworkers,) and the relationship we have with ourselves. It is my privilege to sit with you (or your family members) while we navigate the roadblocks and successes that make your life experience uniquely yours. It is my hope that in through this exploration and work, we can improve your relationships.
(410) 657-6951 View (410) 657-6951
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Jillian Ginsberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Owings Mills, MD 21117  (Online Only)
My approach is integrative and catered to your unique needs, using techniques including narrative therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapies.
My work focuses on clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, OCD, disability/chronic illness, life transitions, or who are seeking self-exploration and growth. Together we can find ways to cope with life’s uncertainties and live a life aligned with your values. It is important to have a space where you can feel seen and affirmed, and where you can show up as your authentic self. As a therapist, I aim to create a collaborative and supportive relationship, where we can identify and work towards your goals.
My approach is integrative and catered to your unique needs, using techniques including narrative therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapies.
My work focuses on clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, OCD, disability/chronic illness, life transitions, or who are seeking self-exploration and growth. Together we can find ways to cope with life’s uncertainties and live a life aligned with your values. It is important to have a space where you can feel seen and affirmed, and where you can show up as your authentic self. As a therapist, I aim to create a collaborative and supportive relationship, where we can identify and work towards your goals.
(410) 618-0580 View (410) 618-0580
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Rochelle Ziman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Owings Mills, MD 21117
Utilizing a strength-based focus, I integrate techniques from various theories and modalities such as: cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, internal family systems, mindfulness, attachment and narrative therapy.
Finding a good therapist is like shopping for a good pair of shoes. Why, you might ask. It’s all about the fit. You usually choose shoes that are most comfortable and suit you best. Whether you may have gone to a therapist before or have never been – whether you had awful experiences in the past or none at all. Successful therapy is about finding the right fit; about finding a relationship where you have a safe space to bring any and all of your feelings and challenges.
Utilizing a strength-based focus, I integrate techniques from various theories and modalities such as: cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, internal family systems, mindfulness, attachment and narrative therapy.
Finding a good therapist is like shopping for a good pair of shoes. Why, you might ask. It’s all about the fit. You usually choose shoes that are most comfortable and suit you best. Whether you may have gone to a therapist before or have never been – whether you had awful experiences in the past or none at all. Successful therapy is about finding the right fit; about finding a relationship where you have a safe space to bring any and all of your feelings and challenges.
(410) 498-5702 View (410) 498-5702
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Kat Katz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Owings Mills, MD 21117
Waitlist for new clients
I draw from psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral (CBT), and narrative therapies to adapt tools and techniques to each individual.
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in Maryland and work with individuals in their late teens through all stages of adulthood. I have experience helping people who live with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and developmental disabilities. As an intern at Sound Behavioral Health in Seattle and Johns Hopkins Community Psychiatry Program, I provided individual and group psychotherapy to diverse populations virtually and in-person. My past volunteer experience includes counseling people on a suicide hotline and giving emotional support to people on the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) helpline.
I draw from psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral (CBT), and narrative therapies to adapt tools and techniques to each individual.
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in Maryland and work with individuals in their late teens through all stages of adulthood. I have experience helping people who live with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, and developmental disabilities. As an intern at Sound Behavioral Health in Seattle and Johns Hopkins Community Psychiatry Program, I provided individual and group psychotherapy to diverse populations virtually and in-person. My past volunteer experience includes counseling people on a suicide hotline and giving emotional support to people on the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) helpline.
(301) 381-4188 View (301) 381-4188
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Joshua Bombino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Owings Mills, MD 21117
I use an eclectic, person-centered approach that includes: Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, and Narrative Therapy.
Have you ever wondered, "How did I get here?" Life has a way of taking twists and turns. Within each of us lies a story; one we tell ourselves and live out, whether it serves our highest good or not. But your past does not have to dictate your future. New chapters are still being written. During our work together, you will create a new story that will be one that is big enough to contain all your strengths, hopes, challenges, and all that makes you unique. From following big dreams to winning everyday small victories, I am committed to helping you succeed and feel more alive!
I use an eclectic, person-centered approach that includes: Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, and Narrative Therapy.
Have you ever wondered, "How did I get here?" Life has a way of taking twists and turns. Within each of us lies a story; one we tell ourselves and live out, whether it serves our highest good or not. But your past does not have to dictate your future. New chapters are still being written. During our work together, you will create a new story that will be one that is big enough to contain all your strengths, hopes, challenges, and all that makes you unique. From following big dreams to winning everyday small victories, I am committed to helping you succeed and feel more alive!
(410) 670-4824 View (410) 670-4824
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Jacinta Casey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Eldersburg, MD 21784
I work with those struggling with confidence/self-esteem/self-compassion, those interested in working on emotion identification and regulation, and those struggling with inattentiveness/focus difficulties. I help those who want to build up their coping skills toolkit. I am interested in working with those striving to identify and live aligned with their values and eager to engage in therapy. I am comfortable with people who might be the first generation willing to engage and trust the therapeutic relationship. I want to work with someone who wants to find balance and acceptance in a life of suffering and joy.
I work with those struggling with confidence/self-esteem/self-compassion, those interested in working on emotion identification and regulation, and those struggling with inattentiveness/focus difficulties. I help those who want to build up their coping skills toolkit. I am interested in working with those striving to identify and live aligned with their values and eager to engage in therapy. I am comfortable with people who might be the first generation willing to engage and trust the therapeutic relationship. I want to work with someone who wants to find balance and acceptance in a life of suffering and joy.
(240) 219-3608 View (240) 219-3608
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Patricia Clifford
Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodbine, MD 21797
Waitlist for new clients
Thank you for visiting my profile. I am passionate about helping teens and adults find and maintain balance in their lives. My practice is about enabling individuals to recognize and address the obstacles that are keeping them from finding that balance. I work with adolescents and adults. I am especially interested in helping adolescent girls develop the skills and confidence to face the ever increasing pressure in their "girl" world (social media, relational aggression, body image, etc.), in a positive way. Therapy dog available for those clients that wish to use as part of therapy.
Thank you for visiting my profile. I am passionate about helping teens and adults find and maintain balance in their lives. My practice is about enabling individuals to recognize and address the obstacles that are keeping them from finding that balance. I work with adolescents and adults. I am especially interested in helping adolescent girls develop the skills and confidence to face the ever increasing pressure in their "girl" world (social media, relational aggression, body image, etc.), in a positive way. Therapy dog available for those clients that wish to use as part of therapy.
(301) 825-5171 View (301) 825-5171
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Katie R Thompson
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Eldersburg, MD 21784
Waitlist for new clients
We all have a story. Our stories define us in many ways. If you are scrolling through this website then you have already started the hardest part of therapy—making a decision to invite someone else in to your story. As your counselor, I aim to help you integrate all parts of your story within a framework of safety, compassion, and authenticity. I understand the importance of feeling safe, and acknowledge it will take time to build rapport. As a person who has faced many of her own obstacles, I offer a unique emphasis on self-compassion and acceptance along with accountability and action when needed.
We all have a story. Our stories define us in many ways. If you are scrolling through this website then you have already started the hardest part of therapy—making a decision to invite someone else in to your story. As your counselor, I aim to help you integrate all parts of your story within a framework of safety, compassion, and authenticity. I understand the importance of feeling safe, and acknowledge it will take time to build rapport. As a person who has faced many of her own obstacles, I offer a unique emphasis on self-compassion and acceptance along with accountability and action when needed.
(410) 936-6502 View (410) 936-6502
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Beatrice Ochieng
Counselor, MS, CCATP, LCPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Owings Mills, MD 21117
Are you experiencing intrusive thoughts that cause you shame and self-label as a “horrible person?” Or engaging in unwanted repetitive behaviors that are taking up too much of your time? Are you feeling deep sadness that you cannot shake, together with a sense of helplessness and hopelessness? Is most of your energy directed towards avoiding certain situations because of the discomfort and distress they bring? Help is available. As a multicultural and diversity sensitive counselor I will meet you right where you are, no judgement, and together take the path towards your healing and freedom. I work with adults ages 18+.
Are you experiencing intrusive thoughts that cause you shame and self-label as a “horrible person?” Or engaging in unwanted repetitive behaviors that are taking up too much of your time? Are you feeling deep sadness that you cannot shake, together with a sense of helplessness and hopelessness? Is most of your energy directed towards avoiding certain situations because of the discomfort and distress they bring? Help is available. As a multicultural and diversity sensitive counselor I will meet you right where you are, no judgement, and together take the path towards your healing and freedom. I work with adults ages 18+.
(443) 775-3289 View (443) 775-3289
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Danielle Connell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Mount Airy, MD 21771  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy working with individuals who are struggling to overcome obstacles and cope with triggers which may impede their ability to fully engage with life in a wholesome way. Maybe conflict is getting in the way of having fulfilling relationships. Maybe life's stressors are overwhelming the senses or triggering painful emotions. Maybe coping skills are limited and resilience feels unattainable. Goals of therapy can include identifying and coping with, in a safe and healthy way, those obstacles that are keeping a person stuck, as a start.
I enjoy working with individuals who are struggling to overcome obstacles and cope with triggers which may impede their ability to fully engage with life in a wholesome way. Maybe conflict is getting in the way of having fulfilling relationships. Maybe life's stressors are overwhelming the senses or triggering painful emotions. Maybe coping skills are limited and resilience feels unattainable. Goals of therapy can include identifying and coping with, in a safe and healthy way, those obstacles that are keeping a person stuck, as a start.
(301) 900-4131 View (301) 900-4131
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Rebecca Austin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Eldersburg, MD 21784
I am a Licensed Social Worker with a passion for decreasing the stigma surrounding mental health and promoting the health and well being of my clients. For my undergraduate degree, I moved from Central Jersey (Yes! It exists!) to South Jersey to attend Stockton University. I received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Social Work with a Minor in Behavioral Neuroscience from Stockton, and then moved on to attend graduate school in Philadelphia. I received my Master of Social Work Degree with a clinical concentration from the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Social Policy and Practice in May of 2020.
I am a Licensed Social Worker with a passion for decreasing the stigma surrounding mental health and promoting the health and well being of my clients. For my undergraduate degree, I moved from Central Jersey (Yes! It exists!) to South Jersey to attend Stockton University. I received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Social Work with a Minor in Behavioral Neuroscience from Stockton, and then moved on to attend graduate school in Philadelphia. I received my Master of Social Work Degree with a clinical concentration from the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Social Policy and Practice in May of 2020.
(240) 512-8045 View (240) 512-8045
Narrative Therapists

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 behavioral 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.