Support in the Middle Years in Raleigh, NC
INDIVIDUAL THERAPY to explore what’s next IN RALEIGH, NC
What to expect…
Just as our kids experience stages of development, growing and changing from infants through the teen years and beyond, parents grow and develop too. Transitions occur each step of the way and for many parents, the most unexpected personal challenges arise when kids leave home or shortly after. Support in the Middle Years is tailored to each adult, focusing on personal experience and unique needs.
WE WORK WITH ADULTS IN THE MIDST OF LIFE TRANSITIONS, TO ASSIST IN NAVIGATING THIS SEASON.
While some individuals may experience a midlife crisis as a period of growth and self-discovery, others may find it a time of distress and emotional turmoil. Some common signs of a midlife crisis include:
Feeling bored or dissatisfied with one’s life or career
Seeking new experiences or adventures
Questioning the value of one’s achievements and successes
Experiencing a shift in priorities, such as focusing more on personal growth, health, or spirituality
Reevaluating relationships and considering making significant changes, such as ending long-term partnerships or beginning new ones
While a midlife crisis can be a normal life stage, it can sometimes lead to or coincide with clinical depression. It is crucial to recognize the signs of depression and differentiate them from a midlife crisis to seek appropriate help and treatment.
Persistent sadness, hopelessness, or feeling “empty.”
Loss of interest or pleasure in activities once enjoyed, including sex
Changes in appetite and weight (either weight gain or loss)
Sleep disturbances, such as insomnia or sleeping too much
Fatigue or loss of energy
Difficulty concentrating, making decisions, or remembering things
Irritability or increased restlessness
Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, or helplessness
Midlife Therapy
By midlife, you've probably spent years thinking of yourself as a certain kind of person — outgoing or introverted, high-strung or easygoing, optimistic or pessimistic. You may have become accustomed to certain roles and styles of communication in your relationships and certain ways of coping with stress. Even if you're dissatisfied with those roles and your patterns of coping aren't working so well anymore, you may think it's too late or too bothersome to question your perceptions or seek changes in important relationships.
But a woman at midlife today can usually expect to live several more decades. Instead of thinking of retirement, many women are starting a new job or planning for an extended work life. Midlife is an important stage of development with unique challenges. It's not too late for women to reap the benefits of change by seeking the help they need to gain greater satisfaction in their lives.
One avenue to change is psychotherapy. At any time of life, successful psychotherapy can heighten your awareness and insight into your actions, thoughts, and feelings and help you learn and practice more effective ways of thinking and behaving. Psychotherapy is valuable in treating a wide range of mental health conditions. But even if you're not trying to solve a fixed psychological problem, psychotherapy may provide help in challenging situations or guidance in creating a happier or more fulfilled life (harvard.edu).
“Courage doesn’t always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying, “I will try again tomorrow.”
Support and guidance during a midlife crisis are essential for helping people understand this stage of life as a natural transition rather than a sign of failure or inadequacy. Psychotherapy can be an invaluable tool for clients experiencing a midlife crisis, providing a safe space for individuals to explore their feelings, thoughts, and concerns.
Why Choose Our Team of Therapists?
Our team of experienced therapists specialize in working with those in midlife seasons, providing a compassionate and understanding environment. We are passionate about supporting individuals through this challenging stage of life, offering strategies to help them navigate the pressures they face.