Narrative Therapy.

Narrative therapy is a type of psychotherapy that focuses on the stories individuals tell about themselves and their experiences. The goal of narrative therapy is to help individuals identify and change the negative or limiting stories they have about themselves and their lives, and to create new, more positive narratives. Narrative therapy is often used to treat a wide range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, and addiction.

Narrative therapy works by helping individuals to separate themselves from their problems and view them as external to their identity. This allows individuals to examine the stories they have created about themselves and their experiences, and to identify alternative narratives that are more empowering and positive. Narrative therapy emphasizes the importance of language and the ways in which the words we use to describe our experiences can shape our beliefs and behaviors.

During narrative therapy sessions, individuals may be asked to create a timeline of their life events, identify the dominant narratives they have about themselves, and explore alternative narratives that are more aligned with their values and goals. The therapist may also use various techniques, such as externalizing, re-authoring, and deconstruction, to help individuals challenge and rewrite their negative or limiting stories.

Narrative therapy can benefit individuals of all ages and can be used in individual or group therapy settings. It typically involves regular sessions with a mental health professional, ranging from once a week to several times a week.

The philosophy behind narrative therapy is that individuals have the power to create and change their own stories, and that the stories we tell about ourselves and our experiences have a significant impact on our mental health and wellbeing. Narrative therapy emphasizes the importance of empowerment, collaboration, and respect for individuals' unique experiences and perspectives. It also emphasizes the importance of cultural and social contexts in shaping our narratives and identities.

ReachLink accepts most national plans including Aetna, United Healthcare, Oscar and more. Please reach out to one of our Care Coordinators to find out if your insurance is covered. Our team can complete a Verification of Benefits (VOB) quickly and at no cost to you. Please call or text 833-322-0977 to learn more.

Clients paying out of pocket can access unlimited sessions. Many insurance plans cover sessions, typically 1 per week. Please reach out to one of our Care Coordinators to find out if your insurance is covered. Our team can complete a Verification of Benefits (VOB) quickly and at no cost to you. Please call or text 833-322-0977 to learn more.

ReachLink works with licensed providers who offer therapy in the state(s) they are licensed in. Provider types include but are not limited to LCSWs, LMHCs, LMFTs, and LPCs. ReachLink only provides talk therapy along with  digital services through our website. ReachLink does not provide medication management.

Yes! Please reach out to one of our Care Coordinators to find out more at 833-322-0977.

Unfortunately, ReachLink does not accept Medicare and Medicaid at this time. We are looking into options to be able to accept these plans in the future.