Narrative therapy is a collaborative, client-centered approach that helps you explore the stories you tell about your life. Instead of seeing problems as fixed parts of who you are, this approach separates the person from the problem, creating space for perspective, growth, and change.
How Narrative Therapy Works
- Externalizing the problem: Challenges are explored as influences in your life rather than defining who you are. For example, instead of “I am anxious,” we look at “Anxiety is affecting my life.”
- Exploring your stories: We examine your experiences, relationships, and values to understand patterns and uncover insights.
- Highlighting strengths: Your resilience, skills, and values are central to creating change.
- Re-authoring your life: Together, we explore alternative narratives that align with your goals and who you want to be.
Benefits
- Gain perspective and insight into challenges
- Strengthen your sense of agency and choice
- Reduce the influence of negative self-beliefs
- Improve relationships and emotional well-being
- Support identity exploration and life transitions
Who It Helps
Narrative therapy can support anyone navigating:
- Anxiety, depression, and trauma
- Relationship challenges
- Life transitions or identity exploration
- ADHD, attachment-related concerns, or neurodiverse experiences
What to Expect in Session
- Collaborative, non-pathologizing approach
- Separate problems from who you are
- Highlight strengths, values, and coping skills
- Shape preferred stories without having to re-tell trauma
Narrative therapy offers a safe space to reflect on your life, recognize your strengths, and begin writing a story that reflects your values, hopes, and resilience.