The world has changed around you through technology and because of the pandemic. Becoming isolated is easier today than it has ever been. We can explore what a sense of community and different relationships mean to you to be able to best support your needs. You don't have to be alone anymore and connection is possible.
Isolation drains our lives of life-giving relationships and experiences. It comes from different places for everyone, but often involves some wounded or ashamed part of ourselves that we’d rather keep hidden from others. If you are motivated to change, I can help you by offering a nonjudgmental space to explore the roots of isolation in your life so you can reconnect to the world. Book your free consultation with me today.
We come along side you to support your growth in relational intelligence, which increases your own sense of control in social environments, thereby leading to a reduction in anxiety.
Psychologist, Ph.D., Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor-II (CADC-II), Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Specialist in Anger Management
Some goals for therapy when one is struggling with social isolation are:
• Reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation.
• Enhance social skills and confidence in interacting with others.
• Develop effective coping mechanisms to manage feelings of loneliness and stress.
• Improve overall mental health and quality of life.
• Foster meaningful relationships and social connections.
• Empower you with tools and strategies for long-term social engagement and well-being
Social isolation can have a detrimental effect on mental health functioning. Understanding and reducing social isolation is an important step to improving mental health.
Social isolation is a growing problem today. It’s been linked to more than just being alone, though—it can lead to serious health problems like depression and anxiety, in addition to the physical effects of not getting enough social interaction. But what exactly does it mean? Let’s talk about that!
Social alienation (a psychological state) and social exclusion (referring to a structural problem in society) can lead to loneliness, boredom, and even depression. Some people may experience all these emotions when they don’t have meaningful relationships in their lives; they suffer from an empty emotional life that doesn’t add up because it has no value, so it leads them down a path of unhappiness.
What is Social Isolation?
The feelings people get when they’re lonely are typically different than when they’re depressed or anxious – loneliness might be what happens when you feel like no one understands you or wants to be around you no matter how hard you try and change.
Depression and/or anxiety are often at the root of social isolation. We strive to understand the function of the isolation to ultimately treat it the most effective way.