Narrative Therapists in Bend, OR
We utilize evidence-based therapies including EMDR, CBT, Child-Centered Play Therapy, Gestalt therapy, Gottman, narrative/psychodynamic therapy, trauma-focused and attachment-based therapies.
Counseling and therapy can be a scary and misunderstood process. At Heartwood Therapeutics, we strive to bring compassion, clarity, efficiency, and proficiency to the therapeutic counseling process. Many clients have expressed Heartwood Therapeutics’ process as “refreshing” and “relieving”.
We utilize evidence-based therapies including EMDR, CBT, Child-Centered Play Therapy, Gestalt therapy, Gottman, narrative/psychodynamic therapy, trauma-focused and attachment-based therapies.
Counseling and therapy can be a scary and misunderstood process. At Heartwood Therapeutics, we strive to bring compassion, clarity, efficiency, and proficiency to the therapeutic counseling process. Many clients have expressed Heartwood Therapeutics’ process as “refreshing” and “relieving”.
My goal is to support others in discovering and tapping into their innate wisdom and authentic self. I believe that you are the expert of your life, and my role is to hold space for self-discovery and exploration. The areas that I'm passionate about include grief and loss, self esteem issues, trauma, change of life experiences, anxiety, and sexual identity. I work with children, teens, adults, older adults, and families. I utilize an internal family systems (IFS) and narrative approach, and strive to create a warm, safe, and collaborative environment.
My goal is to support others in discovering and tapping into their innate wisdom and authentic self. I believe that you are the expert of your life, and my role is to hold space for self-discovery and exploration. The areas that I'm passionate about include grief and loss, self esteem issues, trauma, change of life experiences, anxiety, and sexual identity. I work with children, teens, adults, older adults, and families. I utilize an internal family systems (IFS) and narrative approach, and strive to create a warm, safe, and collaborative environment.
Naomi Trautmann
Professional Counselor Associate, LPCA, MCoun, NCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97701
In my practice I utilize various interventions and techniques including EMDR, mindfulness, art therapy, narrative interventions, and play therapy.
Life is full of ups, downs, and all the plateaus in between. I believe my role as a counselor is to walk alongside you during the moments of pain and self-doubt, as well as the moments of celebration and joy. You are the expert of your own life experience, but we can all use a little extra support from time to time...and that is where I come in. As a multiculturally competent counselor, I value building relationships with clients from all walks of life. My hope is to create a space of safety and warmth where you can express yourself and be who you truly are.
In my practice I utilize various interventions and techniques including EMDR, mindfulness, art therapy, narrative interventions, and play therapy.
Life is full of ups, downs, and all the plateaus in between. I believe my role as a counselor is to walk alongside you during the moments of pain and self-doubt, as well as the moments of celebration and joy. You are the expert of your own life experience, but we can all use a little extra support from time to time...and that is where I come in. As a multiculturally competent counselor, I value building relationships with clients from all walks of life. My hope is to create a space of safety and warmth where you can express yourself and be who you truly are.
Robin Droege
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97702 (Online Only)
With an Integrative approach, I offer a setting of comfort, safety and support and include a variety of methods when working alongside clients, some include: DBT, CBT, ACT, IFS parts work, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness, Polyvagal Theory, Solution focused; Positive Parenting, Attachment Therapy, ArtTherapy, & Intuitive Approaches.
I value the strength of relationship and connection and the impact they can have when working through thoughts, emotions and behaviors. While honoring the uniqueness of each person's journey towards change, I consider my role to be a facilitator of self-discovery, a change agent for helping to detach from old patterns, and a supportive guide towards one's authentic well-being. Working together in a setting that provides both safety and freedom, it is my honor to assist you in discovering the answers and solutions within to connect with your true, genuine self. Your journey awaits!
With an Integrative approach, I offer a setting of comfort, safety and support and include a variety of methods when working alongside clients, some include: DBT, CBT, ACT, IFS parts work, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness, Polyvagal Theory, Solution focused; Positive Parenting, Attachment Therapy, ArtTherapy, & Intuitive Approaches.
I value the strength of relationship and connection and the impact they can have when working through thoughts, emotions and behaviors. While honoring the uniqueness of each person's journey towards change, I consider my role to be a facilitator of self-discovery, a change agent for helping to detach from old patterns, and a supportive guide towards one's authentic well-being. Working together in a setting that provides both safety and freedom, it is my honor to assist you in discovering the answers and solutions within to connect with your true, genuine self. Your journey awaits!
Kelsey is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Attachment Based Family Therapy (ABFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS) and is experienced in Emotional Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Strategic Family therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and play therapy.
Kelsey will work with you in a collaborative process in order to gain insight, and reach your full potential. Kelsey's goal as a therapist is to illuminate the patterns and processes that may be working against you and to support you in bringing about your own positive changes, both within yourself and in your relationships.
Kelsey is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Attachment Based Family Therapy (ABFT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS) and is experienced in Emotional Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Strategic Family therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and play therapy.
Kelsey will work with you in a collaborative process in order to gain insight, and reach your full potential. Kelsey's goal as a therapist is to illuminate the patterns and processes that may be working against you and to support you in bringing about your own positive changes, both within yourself and in your relationships.
My approach includes Internal Family Systems, somatic work, Narrative Therapy, and exploration of spirituality, values, and identity.
Hi! My name is Paige and I work at Broken Top Counseling. I work with teens and adults who need a space to authentically explore what is hard for them. The clients I see desire to experience more connection with themselves and others. There are barriers that inhibit them from this connection, including depression, low self worth or self esteem, addiction, eating disorders/body dysmorphia, anxiety, or PTSD. Together we can courageously sift through past and present and take inventory of self, in order to keep what is important and let go of what is not.
My approach includes Internal Family Systems, somatic work, Narrative Therapy, and exploration of spirituality, values, and identity.
Hi! My name is Paige and I work at Broken Top Counseling. I work with teens and adults who need a space to authentically explore what is hard for them. The clients I see desire to experience more connection with themselves and others. There are barriers that inhibit them from this connection, including depression, low self worth or self esteem, addiction, eating disorders/body dysmorphia, anxiety, or PTSD. Together we can courageously sift through past and present and take inventory of self, in order to keep what is important and let go of what is not.
My Narrative-Focused Trauma Care model emphasizes the framework of stories to better understand and engage the heartbreaking realities of trauma and abuse and their impact on relationship.
Are you struggling with a lack of purpose, resentments, anxiety, or self-doubt? Do you wonder if you have what it takes to thrive in the world? Are you perhaps stuck in an endless loop of unwanted sexual behavior or reeling from the gut punch of betrayal? Don't lose heart! I can help! Born from the trenches of my own healing journey, my gift is helping others who feel broken and filled with shame find freedom, healing, and wholeness. We all have a story often fraught with pain, even trauma, which prevents us from overcoming obstacles and achieving our goals. I am dedicated to helping you navigate any challenge and relationship
My Narrative-Focused Trauma Care model emphasizes the framework of stories to better understand and engage the heartbreaking realities of trauma and abuse and their impact on relationship.
Are you struggling with a lack of purpose, resentments, anxiety, or self-doubt? Do you wonder if you have what it takes to thrive in the world? Are you perhaps stuck in an endless loop of unwanted sexual behavior or reeling from the gut punch of betrayal? Don't lose heart! I can help! Born from the trenches of my own healing journey, my gift is helping others who feel broken and filled with shame find freedom, healing, and wholeness. We all have a story often fraught with pain, even trauma, which prevents us from overcoming obstacles and achieving our goals. I am dedicated to helping you navigate any challenge and relationship
With an MFA in writing, I find narrative therapy techniques a powerful intervention to assist clients to tell their stories and then revise those stories in a way that aligns with their values and most authentic selves.
Welcome! I believe that each of us is the expert in our own life, with the capacity to grow, change, and persevere. And, we all know what it is to be stuck. Whether on the edge—or muddy middle—of a life transition, in a state of depression or anxiety, or in our grief, we can benefit from having someone stand alongside us. For these challenges, as well as crisis and suicidal ideation, trauma, isolation and loneliness, divorce, women's issues, and work with adolescents (13+), I am honored to be with you as we navigate this space.
With an MFA in writing, I find narrative therapy techniques a powerful intervention to assist clients to tell their stories and then revise those stories in a way that aligns with their values and most authentic selves.
Welcome! I believe that each of us is the expert in our own life, with the capacity to grow, change, and persevere. And, we all know what it is to be stuck. Whether on the edge—or muddy middle—of a life transition, in a state of depression or anxiety, or in our grief, we can benefit from having someone stand alongside us. For these challenges, as well as crisis and suicidal ideation, trauma, isolation and loneliness, divorce, women's issues, and work with adolescents (13+), I am honored to be with you as we navigate this space.
I draw on frameworks such as attachment theory, narrative therapy, existential therapy, CBT, and EMDR to help you uncover patterns and gain insights that inspire positive change.
Welcome! I specialize in supporting individuals—teen girls, women, and new mothers—through challenges such as anxiety, grief, and self-worth. My aim is to create a compassionate space where you can slow down, be yourself, and express what has been left unsaid. Together, we will explore unresolved issues and nurture self-acceptance, setting the stage for growth toward a more balanced life rooted in purpose and courage.
I draw on frameworks such as attachment theory, narrative therapy, existential therapy, CBT, and EMDR to help you uncover patterns and gain insights that inspire positive change.
Welcome! I specialize in supporting individuals—teen girls, women, and new mothers—through challenges such as anxiety, grief, and self-worth. My aim is to create a compassionate space where you can slow down, be yourself, and express what has been left unsaid. Together, we will explore unresolved issues and nurture self-acceptance, setting the stage for growth toward a more balanced life rooted in purpose and courage.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97703
I have a social justice orientation and draw from family systems, change and trauma theory; and narrative, cognitive behavioral, solution-focused, mind-body and gestalt therapy approaches.
At all stages of life people go through hard times - in relationships with others and within ourselves. You are the best expert in your own life experience and possess the capacity to overcome the adversity in your life. I generate a protected space for you to better understand your personal story and manage problems that block the flow of your innate happiness. I help you expand your ability to take care of yourself even when life sends unbearable challenges. I honor all aspects of your ethnicity, sexuality, gender, spirituality, physical and mental abilities, age, socioeconomic class, and native language.
I have a social justice orientation and draw from family systems, change and trauma theory; and narrative, cognitive behavioral, solution-focused, mind-body and gestalt therapy approaches.
At all stages of life people go through hard times - in relationships with others and within ourselves. You are the best expert in your own life experience and possess the capacity to overcome the adversity in your life. I generate a protected space for you to better understand your personal story and manage problems that block the flow of your innate happiness. I help you expand your ability to take care of yourself even when life sends unbearable challenges. I honor all aspects of your ethnicity, sexuality, gender, spirituality, physical and mental abilities, age, socioeconomic class, and native language.
My base for therapy is Solution-Focused along with DBT and Narrative.
I suppose every client is the "ideal" in the sense that each person brings a unique story worthy of dignity, grace, and respect. By the time a person walks into my office, he/she is usually exhausted, confused, empty, and/or feeling hopeless and alone. Not all, but many of the folks I see want to be known, understood, and accepted. Most believe the lie that "if people really knew me, what I think about, what I've done, or what's been done to me, they would not love me, accept me or want me their lives." I enjoy helping people experience the freedom grace can give and the hope it has to offer.
My base for therapy is Solution-Focused along with DBT and Narrative.
I suppose every client is the "ideal" in the sense that each person brings a unique story worthy of dignity, grace, and respect. By the time a person walks into my office, he/she is usually exhausted, confused, empty, and/or feeling hopeless and alone. Not all, but many of the folks I see want to be known, understood, and accepted. Most believe the lie that "if people really knew me, what I think about, what I've done, or what's been done to me, they would not love me, accept me or want me their lives." I enjoy helping people experience the freedom grace can give and the hope it has to offer.
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Fresh Tracks Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97709 (Online Only)
I employ a mixture of different approaches and techniques like CBT, DBT, narrative therapy, and motivational interviewing to assist clients in achieving optimal wellness.
I believe we strive to do our best based on our life experiences, personal beliefs and values, resources we possess, and positive relationships we foster. Sometimes we don’t meet our own or others’ expectations, thus leading to struggles and challenges with mental wellness. We can end up stuck. Creating and maintaining positive connections with others, acknowledging and working through past issues and traumas, and learning new skills, perspectives, and narratives can lead us to personal acceptance and wellness.
I employ a mixture of different approaches and techniques like CBT, DBT, narrative therapy, and motivational interviewing to assist clients in achieving optimal wellness.
I believe we strive to do our best based on our life experiences, personal beliefs and values, resources we possess, and positive relationships we foster. Sometimes we don’t meet our own or others’ expectations, thus leading to struggles and challenges with mental wellness. We can end up stuck. Creating and maintaining positive connections with others, acknowledging and working through past issues and traumas, and learning new skills, perspectives, and narratives can lead us to personal acceptance and wellness.
Jamie Lockwood
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97703
While my treatment approach draws most heavily from CBT, Solutions Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, EFT, IFS, Gottman and Structural Family Therapy, I remain fluid in my approach, and tailor my work to each individual, family or couple I work with.
My goal is to help individuals, couples and families experience healthier and happier lives and relationships by providing them with a safe and accepting space to navigate and overcome the challenges they’re facing. I strive to create a collaborative therapeutic process that is encouraging and empowering and work with clients to discover their strengths while helping them to understand the “why” of negative patterns and how to make their hoped-for changes. I primarily work with clients who have experienced/are experiencing life transitions, stressors, anxiety, depression, marriage/relationship distress and family conflicts.
While my treatment approach draws most heavily from CBT, Solutions Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, EFT, IFS, Gottman and Structural Family Therapy, I remain fluid in my approach, and tailor my work to each individual, family or couple I work with.
My goal is to help individuals, couples and families experience healthier and happier lives and relationships by providing them with a safe and accepting space to navigate and overcome the challenges they’re facing. I strive to create a collaborative therapeutic process that is encouraging and empowering and work with clients to discover their strengths while helping them to understand the “why” of negative patterns and how to make their hoped-for changes. I primarily work with clients who have experienced/are experiencing life transitions, stressors, anxiety, depression, marriage/relationship distress and family conflicts.
Amanda Cantal
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97701 (Online Only)
Though I focus primarily on EMDR, I draw from many different trainings methodologies including Ego State Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness and approaches for treating complex attachment trauma and dissociation.
I have dedicated nearly 20 years to understanding and developing my practice as an EMDR Therapist and still find the modality remarkable and exciting. I am an EMDR Consultant and divide my time between my private practice and working to help train other therapists as a facilitator and consultant. My priority is to develop a relationship and the foundation of genuine trust and comfort. I want to listen and understand the changes desired and then access my “tool box” to best offer guidance toward meeting the client's goals. I believe in a systems approach as we are complex beings so one type of therapy does not work for everyone.
Though I focus primarily on EMDR, I draw from many different trainings methodologies including Ego State Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness and approaches for treating complex attachment trauma and dissociation.
I have dedicated nearly 20 years to understanding and developing my practice as an EMDR Therapist and still find the modality remarkable and exciting. I am an EMDR Consultant and divide my time between my private practice and working to help train other therapists as a facilitator and consultant. My priority is to develop a relationship and the foundation of genuine trust and comfort. I want to listen and understand the changes desired and then access my “tool box” to best offer guidance toward meeting the client's goals. I believe in a systems approach as we are complex beings so one type of therapy does not work for everyone.
I am credentialed as a professional counselor associate. My main goal is to encourage those I work with to identify their own strengths, resiliency, and ability to tackle life’s challenges head-on. My approach is informed by Mindfulness-based therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Jungian Psychoanalysis, Eastern principles and philosophy, and Narrative Theory. I received certification in 2020 for teaching yoga and meditation. Currently I am only working with individual clients (ages 18+).
I am credentialed as a professional counselor associate. My main goal is to encourage those I work with to identify their own strengths, resiliency, and ability to tackle life’s challenges head-on. My approach is informed by Mindfulness-based therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Jungian Psychoanalysis, Eastern principles and philosophy, and Narrative Theory. I received certification in 2020 for teaching yoga and meditation. Currently I am only working with individual clients (ages 18+).
Sabrina Hadeed
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LMHC, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
Bend, OR 97701
Sorry, I no longer accept insurance. I specialize in traditional talk therapy (EMDR & narrative therapy), Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy, co-parenting mediation, Conscious Uncoupling, divorce ceremonies & nature-based therapy. I am a licensed therapist in Oregon/Washington with a Masters in Existential Phenomenological Psychology, and a PhD in Counseling, Counselor Education & Supervision. With 20 years of experience working with individuals, family systems, & couples. In addition to clinical counseling work, Dr.Hadeed has taught in numerous universities as a professor and is an advocate for evidence based psychedelic therapy work.
Sorry, I no longer accept insurance. I specialize in traditional talk therapy (EMDR & narrative therapy), Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy, co-parenting mediation, Conscious Uncoupling, divorce ceremonies & nature-based therapy. I am a licensed therapist in Oregon/Washington with a Masters in Existential Phenomenological Psychology, and a PhD in Counseling, Counselor Education & Supervision. With 20 years of experience working with individuals, family systems, & couples. In addition to clinical counseling work, Dr.Hadeed has taught in numerous universities as a professor and is an advocate for evidence based psychedelic therapy work.
I'm predominantly person-centered, relational, narrative and IFS-informed.
I believe we are relational beings and human connection can heal. Life can present tragic loss, uncertainty, and discomfort as we grow as humans and navigate our individual circumstances. I believe that all humans want to be seen and desire connection. Counseling sessions can be a place for connection in order to foster growth, self-discovery, healing, and to form new insights through exploration in a safe non-judgmental environment.
I'm predominantly person-centered, relational, narrative and IFS-informed.
I believe we are relational beings and human connection can heal. Life can present tragic loss, uncertainty, and discomfort as we grow as humans and navigate our individual circumstances. I believe that all humans want to be seen and desire connection. Counseling sessions can be a place for connection in order to foster growth, self-discovery, healing, and to form new insights through exploration in a safe non-judgmental environment.
Liz Behrens
Professional Counselor Associate, MA, MCOUN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97702
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Curious about trying EMDR? You've come to the right place. I provide support for children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety, ADHD, depression, PTSD, sexual assault healing, infidelity, and grief and loss. I use a trauma-focused approach that is grounded in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Occasionally, I will supplement the work with Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, art therapy, and concepts from Internal Family Systems (IFS).
Curious about trying EMDR? You've come to the right place. I provide support for children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety, ADHD, depression, PTSD, sexual assault healing, infidelity, and grief and loss. I use a trauma-focused approach that is grounded in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Occasionally, I will supplement the work with Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, art therapy, and concepts from Internal Family Systems (IFS).
Congruent Therapy: Brynn Shaver
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bend, OR 97702 (Online Only)
My counseling approach is highly client-driven and eclectic, drawing from various therapeutic modalities including Narrative Therapy, Parts Work, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
Greetings! I'm Brynn Shaver, a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, originally hailing from Asheville, North Carolina, now nestled in the beautiful landscapes of Bend, Oregon. My professional journey has been deeply influenced by my own experiences with eating disorders, religious trauma, relationship trauma, and a journey of identity exploration. These experiences have shaped my understanding of the complexities of the human experience and have motivated me to pursue a career in therapy. Through my personal struggles and identity exploration, I've gained invaluable insights into the challenges individuals face.
My counseling approach is highly client-driven and eclectic, drawing from various therapeutic modalities including Narrative Therapy, Parts Work, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
Greetings! I'm Brynn Shaver, a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, originally hailing from Asheville, North Carolina, now nestled in the beautiful landscapes of Bend, Oregon. My professional journey has been deeply influenced by my own experiences with eating disorders, religious trauma, relationship trauma, and a journey of identity exploration. These experiences have shaped my understanding of the complexities of the human experience and have motivated me to pursue a career in therapy. Through my personal struggles and identity exploration, I've gained invaluable insights into the challenges individuals face.
Hi! My name is Noël, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience in a variety of settings. I completed an MSW at Loma Linda University and a Social Work Fellowship at Yale University. Combining the skill work of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), with a focus on Existentialism and Narrative Therapy is my preferred approach. Rest assured though, I will choose the evidence-based practice that research recommends, and discuss your options with you. Everyone deserves to be truly heard, and their life journey respected.
Hi! My name is Noël, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience in a variety of settings. I completed an MSW at Loma Linda University and a Social Work Fellowship at Yale University. Combining the skill work of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), with a focus on Existentialism and Narrative Therapy is my preferred approach. Rest assured though, I will choose the evidence-based practice that research recommends, and discuss your options with you. Everyone deserves to be truly heard, and their life journey respected.
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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 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.