The beloved Fred Rogers (aka Mr. Rogers) once stated, “Anything that’s human is mentionable, and anything that is mentionable can be more manageable.” In other words, the first step toward tackling our psychological issues is facing them head-on.
Rogers went on to say, “When we can talk about our feelings, they become less overwhelming, less upsetting, and less scary.” The thing about feelings is that when we ignore them or try to eliminate them, a number of maladaptive things can occur. We can turn to drugs or alcohol to avoid our distress. We can lash out at the people we love. We can isolate ourselves. But when we acknowledge our feelings and accept them, that’s when the work of psychological growth begins.
The licensed mental health providers at Thriveworks in Tigard, OR use counseling, and therapy as essential tools to help clients realize the best versions of themselves. In the safe zone of therapy, clients can confront their feelings, no matter how complex or distressful, and find the resources and resilience needed to manage them. Thriveworks therapists, counselors, and social workers provide compassionate, expert, and authoritative support for clients on their mental health pathways.
What Is Mental Health?
Mental health is a wide spectrum of emotions and behaviors that enables us to live happily with ourselves and our community. Mental health can include the abilities to do the following:
- Cope with routine stressors in life
- Cope with adversity
- Realize one’s own abilities
- Work productively
- Contribute to one’s community
Mental health also includes the ability to recognize when you need help navigating life issues and psychological problems/conditions. Asking for support from a top-rated counselor at Thriveworks in Tigard, OR is a sign of strength, not weakness.
What Is the Connection Between Mental Health Issues and Substance Abuse or Addiction?
Many people who suffer from mental health issues are at risk of developing simultaneous substance abuse or addiction issues. This is because drugs and alcohol, or sex and gambling, can sometimes provide short-term relief for mental distress. But in the long-term, these behaviors tend to create even more problems and can complicate recovery. The licensed substance abuse counselors–or certified alcohol drug counselors (CADCs)–at Thriveworks in Tigard, OR can help clients tackle both their behaviors and the psychological reasons for addiction.
Find an Exceptional Counselor at Thriveworks in Tigard, OR
The counselors and psychotherapists at Thriveworks in Tigard, OR are fully licensed, highly qualified, top-rated, and ready to help. They accept most health insurance plans, making their premium services highly affordable. They also give clients the option of in-person counseling at the modern office or virtual (online) counseling at a client’s convenience. Clients can also choose a hybrid model for sessions. Additional benefits include email and phone access to providers between sessions.
Call today to schedule an appointment with a counselor and you may be able to meet them as early as tomorrow. We look forward to launching you on your mental health journey.
