Narrative Therapy
in California
Narrative Therapy in California
Do you ever feel like your life story defines who you are?
Maybe you carry a painful narrative about
who you are—telling yourself you’re “too much,”
“not enough,” “broken,” or “stuck.” Over time,
those labels can begin to feel like
facts instead of interpretations.
When difficulties take center stage, they can drown
out your strengths and sense of identity. It can start
to feel like you are the problem. But you’re not.
The problem is the problem.
Narrative Therapy helps you separate yourself from
the challenges you’ve faced—so you can see yourself
more clearly and compassionately. If you’re ready
to begin rewriting your story, you’re in the right place.
Do you ever feel like your life story defines who you are?
Maybe you carry a painful narrative about who you are—
telling yourself you’re “too much,” “not enough,” “broken,”
or “stuck.” Over time, those labels can begin to feel like
facts instead of interpretations.
When difficulties take center stage, they can drown out your strengths and sense of identity. It can start to feel like you are
the problem. But you’re not. The problem is the problem.
Narrative Therapy helps you separate yourself from the
challenges you’ve faced—so you can see yourself more clearly
and compassionately. If you’re ready to begin rewriting your story, you’re in the right place.
You Are Not the Problem
How Narrative Therapy
Helps You Break Through
How Narrative Therapy Helps You Break Through
• Identify the stories shaping the way you see yourself
• Uncover moments of strength and resilience
that may have been overlooked
• Reframe past experiences through a lens of survival, adaptation, and self-compassion, rather than
shame and guilt
• Strengthen a more empowered narrative rooted in your values and authentic self
This work isn’t about pretending difficult experiences didn’t happen. It’s about recognizing that those experiences are only one part of your journey—
not the whole of who you are. As your narrative expands, many clients notice increased self-compassion, clarity, and a renewed sense of direction.
• Identify the stories shaping the way you see yourself
• Uncover moments of strength and resilience that may have been overlooked
• Reframe past experiences through a lens of survival, adaptation, and self-compassion, rather than shame and guilt
• Strengthen a more empowered narrative rooted in your values and authentic self
This work isn’t about pretending difficult experiences didn’t happen. It’s about recognizing that those experiences are only one part of your journey— not the whole of who you are.
As your narrative expands, many clients notice increased
self-compassion, clarity, and a renewed sense of direction.
together, we'll:
• Are navigating life transitions or exploring your identity
• Feel weighed down by self-criticism or low self-worth
• Want to reconnect with your values and authentic self
this therapy is a good fit if you:
No. Narrative Therapy focuses more on the meaning and impact of experiences rather
than reliving the details. We’ll move at your pace and prioritize safety and support.
No. Narrative Therapy focuses more on the meaning and impact of experiences rather than reliving the details. We’ll move at your pace and prioritize safety and support.
Do I have to relive my trauma?
Do I have to relive my trauma?
Every healing journey is different. Meaningful shifts can happen early on, while others may require longer-term work. We’ll regularly
check in about your goals and tailor
the sessions throughout the course of
ttherapy to help you reach them.
Every healing journey is different. Meaningful shifts can happen early on, while others may require longer-term work. We’ll regularly check in about your goals and tailor the sessions throughout the course of therapy to help you reach them.
How long will it take to feel better?
How long will it take to feel better?
No. You don’t need to be a writer to benefit from Narrative Therapy. “Narrative”
simply refers to the stories we tell
ourselves about our lives. We’ll explore
and gently reauthor those narratives
through conversation, reflection, and curiosity—in a way that feels right for you.
No. You don’t need to be a writer to benefit from Narrative Therapy. “Narrative” simply refers to the stories we tell ourselves about our lives. We’ll explore and gently reauthor those narratives through conversation, reflection, and curiosity—in a way that feels right for you.
Do I have to be “good with words”
for this to work?
Do I have to be “good with words” for this to work?
Frequently asked questions
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