+Need a Counselor?
How would I know if I need to see a counselor?
You may want to consider counseling if you:
- feel sad, tired, moody, uninterested in things that usually interest you and/or are suffering from sleep disturbances;
- feel panicked, anxious and fearful;
- are troubled by thoughts and memories from the past;
- are in a relationship in which you are, or have been, abused physically, sexually or emotionally;
- find your family, friends, job or self-esteem jeopardized by your actions or feelings;
- experience dissatisfaction, lack of communication, or frequent conflict with your spouse or partner
- experience tension, confusion and anger in your relationships with your children;
- feel directionless, uncertain of what you believe or what life means;
and/or
- are in the midst of a major life transition or event, such as loss of a loved one, preparation for marriage, loss of employment, divorce, caring for aging parents, experiencing work stress, or dealing with "empty nest" syndrome
Relationships
Healthy relationships are vital to our well-being. Spousal, family, friend and co-worker relationships can benefit from understanding relational styles, personal needs, communication dynamics and conflict resolution skills. Old wounds, conflicts, family secrets, communication challenges are areas which can be tuned to growth for strength and healthiness.
Individual Counseling
Individual counseling is a process of self-understanding and personal growth, leading to a more fulfilling life and healthier relationships with others. The counseling relationship between you and your counselor is a sacred place where you will be encouraged to explore your past and look openly at your present. Your feelings, life experiences, desires, hurts and fears will be handled in a sensitive and caring manner. You will receive support as you make decisions and take new steps.
PreMarital Counseling
Lots of couples looking forward to marriage think they don't have BIG problems, so why should they see a counselor? PreMarital Counseling, however, isn't just about working on problems. It's about learning! Learning the dynamics of an intimate relationship like marriage; learning about each other and how your marriage can make it for the long term; learning how to maintain a deep satisfying marital friendship. Couples who participate in comprehensive premarital counseling may lower their risk of divorce by almost 30%.
Family Counseling
All families experience periods of stress. Counseling helps family members improve how they interact with one another, relate in more helpful ways, resolve conflicts, problem-solve creatively and show support. The goal is to help family members understand and appreciate each other and live in healthier, more enjoyable ways.
Groups
Various groups are offered from time to time. These have included:
- Deepening Emotional Intimacy in Marriage
- Communication 101
- Resolving Grief
Call to see what groups may be available currently: 650-592-2502
How to Make an Appointment
If you think counseling through Barnabas Counseling Center might be helpful to you, please call
(650) 592-2502
and leave a message. Harold Botts will call you back and discuss with you the best way to proceed and which counselor at Barnabas might be the best match for your goals.
