“The art of healing comes from nature,
not from the physician. Therefore the physician
must start from nature,
with an open mind.” - Philipus Aureolus Paracelsus
Self-Empowerment Counseling works for those that have:
- A conscious desire to grow and change.
- The belief that positive change is possible.
- The willingness to:
- be present,
- be responsible,
- be brave,
- be open,
- be patient,
- and be accepting of themselves and others.
"I
call my approach to therapy Self-Empowerment Counseling—counseling
that puts you in control over your own life. Through our work
together, instead of fearing struggles and conflicts you’ll learn
to use them as incredible opportunities for personal growth and often much
needed transition."
- Stress, Anxiety & Depression – Together
we’ll identify patterns that cause you the most pain and difficulty
in your life, discover where they came from, and set new patterns that
serve you better.
- Life-Transitions – Marriage, birth, mid-life,
moving, education, career…these are just a few of the transitions
we make throughout life. Changes, even positive ones, create stress.
You’ll learn techniques that keep you in control during these events.
- Communication – Often, we habitually engage
in old patterns of communication. You’ll discover new and more
effective ways to communicate.
- Self-esteem – At times re-examination of the
past will free you in your present life and help you make real progress.
You’ll strengthen your self-concept and sharpen your decision-making
skills.
- Trauma/PTSD – Traumatic events from our past
can affect our ability to function in the present. These events can often
trigger in the present a reaction from “ourselves in the past.” Examining
and changing your perception of the past can free you from experiencing
a negative emotional charge.
- Relationships/Intimacy – Learn to love yourself,
your friends, and family more fully and to allow their love to restore
and enrich you. Since we don’t live in a vacuum, often times a
significant other will be invited to our sessions.
Are you ready to take the next step in your personal growth? Please contact
me with any personal concerns or questions prior to setting up your first
appointment.
“Maria Connolly is a gifted therapist who brings
heart, soul, and solutions to her clients. She is perceptive, clear, and
particularly adept at utilizing the powerful patterns of Neuro-Linguistics
(NLP) to help her clients overcome limitations of any kind. For people
who want someone they can trust to help them make positive changes in their
life, I suggest they call Maria.”
~ Lindagail Campbell, NLP
Institute of Oregon