What Is Therapy?
People come to therapy for all kinds of reasons. Usually, people are experiencing a moderate level of discomfort in their lives and have noticed a toll on their work or school performance and in their relationships. Beginning therapy can be scary for some as they are showing a willingness to face tough topics, but for others, it is a huge relief to finally be taking action to move in a different direction.
My job is to help you gain more understanding. When it comes to gaining more understanding, we will form a hypothesis together and you will come to your own conclusions. My job is to help facilitate that process. Your ability to connect with me will be the number one factor determining how well we work together, and ultimately leading to success of your therapy goals. I am here to share my knowledge with you and help you make your own decisions that are balanced, rational, and well-explored. Strengthening your own reasoning and decision-making skills will increase your independence and self-esteem. Therapy is the perfect place to learn how to express your feelings. That is what I am here for to give you space and try out new ways of thinking, being, and feeling.
You will share your struggles, your dreams, and your insecurities. There is nothing I want more for you than to bring your dreams into reality, push through your fears, and have the life you want for yourself. If you are up to the challenge, I will be there every step of the way!
John Dutton
MS, LIMHP
