You don’t need to have “major trauma” to start. People may find themselves anxious or depressed about the uncertainty of what’s to come These are reasons enough to come to therapy. The Coronavirus pandemic against the backdrop of racism and violence is overwhelming. What is one piece of advice you would like to give people who may be struggling emotionally and would like to seek counseling, but may not be ready? My clients are usually looking to learn more about the way they react to situations and making changes that enable them to feel more comfortable. They are often facing transitions, which can broadly include changing careers, starting a family, ending a relationship, parenting, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Most are dealing with anxiety and depression that impact their relationships. The majority of my clients are people in their 20s-40s who are looking to be more comfortable in their own skin. I consider myself to be an ever-evolving feminist, engaged in social justice and working towards being anti-racist. I love to read (my favorite book this year is Girl, Women, Other by Bernardine Evaristo), and I have more podcasts in my queue than I’ll ever be able to listen to, especially now that my commute no longer involves leaving my house. As a parent who is raising children in the city, I think it’s important to stay informed and interested civically and socially. During that time, I’ve seen many changes, and even more things that haven’t changed. I have lived in Philadelphia for almost 20 years, in several neighborhoods.
What makes you unique as a therapist and as a person? Learn more about her in the below interview! This month’s Featured Therapist is Abby Bronstein, LSW, MFT. Every month, Council for Relationships features one of our staff therapists.
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