Susan Li, PsyD LLC

EMBRACE CHANGE

Life has its difficult moments, whether it be switching jobs, moving somewhere new, or dealing with recurring issues in your relationships. Change, even if it is positive and expected, can be tough and it can feel like certain aspects are out of your control. Stress, worry, sadness, even anger are the responses to our perceived ability to cope with what we are facing. I believe that when we feel more in control of our lives, the better we feel about our situation, the people around us, and ourselves.

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When feeling overwhelmed and uncertain, we tend to seek support and guidance from close friends, family, mentors, and others in our community.  We often look for people and spaces we find safe and free of judgment to freely speak our minds and express our feelings.  Psychotherapy can serve as an emotional outlet where you can openly express your experiences, examine your struggles, and strive towards your personal goals.

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I implement effective psychotherapy methods to instill self-understanding among patients and encourage them to adopt new attitudes and feelings towards life situations. It is essential to keep in mind that therapy is not a magic pill or a quick fix: therapy is a healing process that necessitates participation and investment from the patient and therapist alike. But in the end, making small changes to self-defeating behavior and coping with feelings of sadness, fear, and pain can bring life-altering results.

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