Albert Einstein said that “Insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.” I find that this quote probably best fits my idea of what therapy is really all about. Bottom line, you have been doing what you are doing and are not happy. Maybe you have even tried a few different things but are still frustrated that life somehow stays the same or even gets worse. Chances are, either what you are doing is clearly not working for you or your expectations are unrealistic. Therapy is really all about learning how to do it different in order to get the desired result. Don’t get me wrong, the whole “feel good factor” is definitely a large part of it as well (the validation, empowerment, healing, repairing of relationships, etc.). But stripped down to the core, doing it differently to bring about positive change is what it’s all about. Only by doing things differently can we make our lives different. Therapy offers the “how to” in order to most effectively “do it different.” You can’t make different choices doing the same things or thinking the same way. This concept is beautifully illustrated by Carl Jung’s statement, “No problem can be solved on the level of consciousness that created the problem in the first place.”
Services Provided:
Depression
Anxiety/Panic
Premarital
Marriage/Couples
Families
Grief Counseling
Trauma Focused Therapy
Self-Esteem Issues
Coping w/ Medical Illnesses
Life Transitions
College Issues
These are just some of the examples of cases I take. I was fortunate enough to be selected into the elite graduate programs -Marriage and Family Therapy and Medical Family Therapy- at the University of Nebraska after graduating from my undergraduate program in just three years. Since starting a private practice I have also begun a family. I have a wonderful husband and two beautiful children. I also operate a custom T-Shirt Blanket business as an outlet for my creative side. I find fulfillment in helping others and bringing joy to their lives. There are many theories, opinions, and schools of thought when it comes to therapy and how a therapist should approach client issues and concerns. My philosophy is this: because people are unique with their own individual experience, I pull from many different theories, exercises and fields of thought to create an experience that is custom to your personality, your concerns and your needs. My clients set the goals for therapy, not me. This allows them to take ownership of the work that they do with me and make healthier choices that will enable them get their needs met in positive and productive way. Regardless of the particular approach, I place sensitivity, empathy, and appreciation of clients' strengths first. Check out my website for more information- www.AddieLeeCounseling.com or call me anytime to schedule an appointment 402-890-8985.
