Seeking Self  Approach

"We are wounded in community so we must heal in community" a quote by Pia Melody.

Our approach is primarily based on the attachment theory.  Inadequate or inappropriate attachment in early childhood affects a child in many ways. children alter their behaviors to adapt to dysfunction.  It is a subconscious behavior, yet the behaviors continue in their adult life.  These behaviors mask the true self, which can leave them struggling with low self esteem, feeling unworthy and not enough,  self doubt, unfulfilling relationships  and obsessive behaviors.  Seeking Self clinicians do not look back into the childhood for blame - but for insight. 

The clinicians will utilize many group modalities including experiential and psycho-drama  work.  This process helps the participant gain awareness through hands-on activities and experiences.  healing the pain of the past and removing adaptations will allow you to live in the present.    In addition to this technique, seeking Staff clinicians will focus on staying present by utilizing mindfulness training and meditations .  Being present is a difficult for individuals in our society today.  Practicing mindfulness and decreasing distractions will enhance their experience at the workshop as well as in their life.  

What is Resiliency ?

Resiliency is the power or capacity to overcome adversity and to utilize resources to sustain their psychological, physical, and emotional well being.    According to the National Suicide hotline, Resiliency is said to be at it's lowest.   The Seeking Self Workshop has integrated Resiliency as part of our approach.    We will educate and utilize Dialectical Behavioral therapy (DBT)  to assist individuals with emotional regulation.   We also believe in the power of change and implement this into the program.   Our society is full of distractions which keep us from feeling discomfort.  This program will be based on being mindful and present while feeling the discomfort.  

Who Should Attend

Seeking self Workshops can be an important addition to a clients ongoing private therapy and an important part of a comprehensive plan for consistent progress.  Significant shifts in healing can occur when you  utilize both individual and group modalities.  We assist clients who are feeling 'stuck' despite outstanding individual therapy.  

Seeking Self Workshop may be right for individuals who:  

• Constantly feel like they are not enough

• Feels guilt for no reason

• Has unresolved grief

• Intense emotions toward disapproval and rejection

• Struggle with Self doubt and insecurity

• Tends to focus on other's needs instead of their own.

• Attraction to unavailable people

• pattern of unhealthy relationships

• Feels stuck and unable to feel Joy 

Getting Started

To refer yourself or a client, please contact a Seeking Self Clinician. The Clinician will complete a simple assessment to assure that the participant meets the criteria for the weekend workshop. The Client will be asked to complete a thorough Psycho-social Assessment prior to admission. We will ask that a release of information be signed so the Seeking Self Clinician can collaborate with the referring Out patient Therapist We believe in continuity of care and know the importance of working with the therapist. We ask that all participants have a follow up appointment within the first week after discharge to continue processing the weekend. The Seeking Self Clinician will contact the referring Clinician before and after the workshop to share the participant’s experience.