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Hope Wellness Mental Health Center

Narrative Therapy

A collaborative therapeutic approach that helps individuals rewrite their life stories, separate themselves from their problems, and create new, more empowering narratives.

Overview

At Hope Wellness Medical Center, our Narrative Therapy services help individuals explore and reshape their life stories. By examining the narratives we tell about ourselves and our experiences, we work together to develop more empowering perspectives and create positive change.

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Who Should Consider

People seeking to reshape their life story

Individuals stuck in negative narratives

Those working through identity issues

People facing life transitions

Individuals seeking personal empowerment

Expected Results

More empowering personal narrative

Stronger sense of identity

Greater agency in life choices

Improved problem-solving skills

Enhanced self-understanding

Our Process

1

Initial narrative exploration

Understanding current life stories and their impact

2

Problem externalization

Separating problems from personal identity

3

Alternative story development

Creating new narratives and perspectives

4

Identity strengthening

Building preferred identity through new narratives

5

New narrative practice

Implementing and living new story perspectives

6

Story integration

Incorporating new narratives into daily life

Telehealth Services

Narrative therapy can be effectively conducted through our secure telehealth platform, allowing you to explore and reshape your story from a comfortable environment.

Benefits

Convenient story exploration
Private reflection space
Flexible scheduling
Digital storytelling tools
Remote collaboration

Process

1
Virtual consultation
2
Online narrative sessions
3
Digital documentation
4
Remote story development
5
Virtual progress review

Requirements

Stable internet connection
Access to a computer or tablet
A quiet, private space for sessions

Platforms Used

Zoom

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes narrative therapy different?

Narrative therapy views people as separate from their problems and focuses on helping individuals rewrite their stories in more empowering ways, rather than focusing solely on problem-solving.

How long does narrative therapy take?

The duration varies based on individual needs and goals. Some find benefit in short-term work (8-12 sessions), while others prefer longer exploration of their narratives.

What issues can narrative therapy address?

Narrative therapy can help with various concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, identity challenges, and life transitions.

Emergency Information

If you're experiencing a mental health crisis or having thoughts of self-harm, seek immediate help.

What to do:

  • Contact emergency services
  • Reach out to your therapist
  • Use support resources
  • Connect with crisis services

Emergency Contacts:

National Crisis Hotline:988
Crisis Text Line:741741