TELE-therapy available
Our Therapy Services
About Our Approach
At Transformational Journeys our approach combines traditional therapeutic strategies with life coaching. We seek to help you identify your goals and develop an actionable plan to achieve them to help you maximize your full potential and reach your desired results.
Therapy combined with life coaching has the ability to transform people's lives. It can help people identify and breakthrough the barriers that keep them small while improving their relationships, careers, and finances. This approach can be the catalyst for incredible growth and forward movement for anyone willing to put in the work.
Among the ways we will be able to support you through therapy and life coaching is by supporting you to:
- Release judgments and negative self-talk
- Shift to a positive mindset
- Develop a sense of empowerment
- Understand your life purpose
- Uncover your internal blocks to happiness and joy
- Understand who you truly are and support you to believe in yourself
- Learn to listen to your intuition
- Heal past wounds
- Manifest what you want in life
- Find appreciation and joy
- Navigate difficult life challenges
- Live in gratitude
Client Focus
At Transformational Journeys we serve adolescent/teenagers ages 12-19 and adults and we provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy.
Our Services
Issues
Treatment Approach
Treatment Approach
At Transformation Journeys the following issues are some of the typical issues commonly addressed during treatment:
- Addiction
- Alcohol Use
- Anxiety
- Anger Management
- Divorce
- Domestic Violence
- Family Conflict/Marital Issues
- Grief
- Infidelity
- Life Transitions
- PTSD
- Relationship Issues
- Sexual Abuse
- Substance Abuse
- Trauma
Treatment Approach
Treatment Approach
Treatment Approach
There are many approaches to therapy and at Transformational Journeys, we predominantly used a Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) approach. CBT is explained in more detail below. With that said, we do incorporate other modalities as well including but not limited to:
- Coaching
- Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Positive Psychology
- Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
- Strengths Based
- Trauma Focused
What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Simplified
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a goal-oriented and practical therapeutic approach that focuses on identifying and changing patterns of thinking and behavior. It is based on the idea that our thoughts, feelings, and actions are interconnected, and by changing negative thought patterns, we can bring about positive changes in our emotions and behaviors.
How it Works
1. Identification of Thoughts and Patterns:
- Clients work with the therapist to identify and become aware of their thoughts and the patterns that contribute to their challenges or emotional distress.
2. Challenging Negative Thoughts:
- Once identified, negative or distorted thoughts are challenged and examined for accuracy. Clients learn to replace irrational thoughts with more balanced and realistic ones.
3. Behavioral Strategies:
- CBT involves setting specific, achievable goals and developing practical strategies to change behaviors. Clients learn to break down larger issues into smaller, manageable steps.
4. Homework Assignments:
- Between sessions, clients may be assigned "homework" to practice new skills and apply strategies in real-life situations. This reinforces learning and promotes lasting change.
Integrating Principles of Neuroscience
CBT often incorporates principles of neuroscience to enhance the change process:
1. Neuroplasticity:
- CBT aligns with the concept of neuroplasticity, the brain's ability to reorganize and form new neural connections. By changing thought patterns and behaviors, CBT can help reshape neural pathways, promoting adaptive responses.
2. Mind-Brain Connection:
- CBT acknowledges the intricate connection between thoughts and brain function. By modifying thought patterns through cognitive restructuring, individuals can influence brain activity and emotional responses.
3. Emotion Regulation:
- CBT teaches practical skills for emotion regulation, drawing on neuroscience principles related to the brain's limbic system. Clients learn to manage emotions by understanding their neurological underpinnings.
4. Feedback Loops:
- CBT emphasizes feedback loops between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. By targeting and adjusting these loops, individuals can create positive, reinforcing cycles that support lasting change.
In essence, CBT, enriched by principles of neuroscience, empowers individuals to understand and actively participate in reshaping their thought patterns, emotions, and behaviors for improved mental well-being.
Payment for Services
We Currently Accept the Following Insurances:
- Medicaid/Centennial Care
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Presbyterian/Magellan
- United Health Care
We also accept self-pay clients. Fees are based on a sliding scale depending on income and number of people in your family.
