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Loneliness counseling is a specialized form of therapy focused on helping individuals navigate the emotional challenges and isolation associated with persistent loneliness. Counselors and therapists at Thriveworks in Virginia Beach, VA create a supportive and understanding environment where clients can delve into the root causes of their loneliness and develop strategies to establish meaningful social connections.
Loneliness counseling employs a multifaceted approach, utilizing Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques to reframe your negative thought patterns, enhance communication, and improve social skills. It also incorporates interpersonal therapy to address relationship patterns, and mindfulness practices to manage feelings of loneliness and self-criticism. Goal-setting is also encouraged to help you actively pursue social connections and community engagement. Through these techniques, loneliness therapy empowers individuals to overcome isolation, develop meaningful relationships, and enhance their overall emotional well-being.
Thriveworks loneliness counseling in Virginia Beach, VA is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
Loneliness counseling can take different amounts of time. It depends on how lonely a person is and how they’re doing in counseling. Normally, it involves many sessions that last from a few weeks to a few months. The exact number of sessions and how long it takes are determined with the loneliness counselor’s input.
When you’re feeling lonely and isolated it can seem as though you’ll feel that way forever. It can feel as though your only option is to get used to it. The truth is that there are many steps you can take to try and break through the way you feel today.
Our collaborative approach, blending evidence-based practices and compassionate care, aims to empower you. Scheduling an appointment with Thriveworks isn’t just seeking help; it’s a proactive step towards a more fulfilling life, supported by dedicated professionals. Book your session today by going online or giving us a call today.
When people spend too much time alone they tend to get some funny ideas. Often they’ll simply forget that not everything revolves around them. For example, they may ask a friend to dinner and when their friend says no they assume there’s no explanation other than they’re being rejected.
As a result, they withdraw from that friend – and other friends in some cases. The truth is that the friend may have been busy, not felt like it, or maybe they didn’t have the money to go out to dinner. The point is that the most likely explanation is that it actually had nothing to do with you in the first place.
It can feel overwhelming to think about the millions of things you have to do to get your social life back on track. It can be intimidating to think about doing something like joining a book group or talking to the neighbor. So why not start small? Pick up the phone and call an old friend you haven’t talked to in a while. Get used to connecting with people again before you put yourself out there.
We hear it again and again: “I don’t have time for friendships or romantic relationships.” Many people feel that way – and it’s understandable. Any type of relationship takes a lot out of you and it takes a lot of time.
However, it’s important to remember that you make time for all sorts of things in your life: your work, your family, your health. Why should friendships be any less important?
Thriveworks Virginia Beach Counseling & Coaching can help you come up with a personalized plan that’s targeted to your exact needs. Give us a call or book your session online with our helpful tools to get started.
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Includes reducing symptoms with medication & management
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