Are you one of many veterans who feels a disconnect between the patriotism they were taught and the experiences they actually had in military? For some, the phrase, “Thank you for your service” brings up confusion and anxiety. Do people know what they’re thanking me for? What if my service wasn’t marked by pride and brotherhood, but confusion and disconnect? For the veterans who are feeling out of step with their peers, there’s hope.
SUPPORTING VETERANS WITH MENTAL HEALTH CARE
Contrary to popular belief, the average servicemember’s mental health experience is far more complicated than wartime deployments and high-stakes trauma. The culture of the military can be inclusive, cooperative, and filled with good humor and blissful pride. It can also be isolating, toxic, and riddled with sexual harassment and abusive bullying. Both realities are true, and this conflict can leave veterans with a shattered identity.
COUNSELING FOR ACTIVE MILITARY IN THE CHARLESTON AREA.
COUPLES COUNSELING FOR CHARLESTON VETERANS.
Military families face unique challenges, and the stressors of service can take a toll on partners as much as servicemembers. Whether you’re a veteran, an active-duty servicemember, or the spouse or partner of a veteran, you’re not alone in your struggles. In therapy, you'll both have the time and space to process your concerns with confidentiality and without judgment. I provide dynamic, compassionate, and solution-focused therapy for veteran couples of all stripes.
VETERAN ISSUES MAY INCLUDE
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Trauma
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Isolation
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Depression
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Panic Attacks
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Moral injury
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Identity concerns
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Adjustment issues
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Lack of community
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Relationship issues
