IDENTITY EXPLORATION

Identity exploration is the process of understanding and embracing who you are, what is most important to you, and how you intend to live your life. It involves examining all of the unique aspects of your life — your values, beliefs, passions, culture, relationships, and roles — and finding ways to align them with your authentic self. Our identities are shaped by our history, societal and family expectations, and internal struggles. When we are able to process and understand these complexities in a safe environment, we can shed narratives or patterns that no longer serve us. Through this learning process, we can deepen confidence and grow self - acceptance.

Identity exploration may be helpful for those who are. . .

  • Going through a major transition (i.e. Moving, beginning or ending a job, beginning or ending a relationship, graduating from school, losing a loved one, preparing to have kids, etc.)

  • Feeling confused, stuck, or uncertain about what you want and need in this season of your life

  • Feeling disconnected from oneself or unsure about one’s purpose in life

  • Dealing with imposter syndrome of feelings of low self worth

  • Questioning one’s gender, sexuality, or other pieces of personal identity

  • Feeling pressured by one’s family or society to live or act in a certain way

SOME Questions that we may explore together in therapY. . .

  • Who am I?

  • Who do I want to be?

  • What are my passions?

  • What are my values?

  • How can I prioritize my passions and values?

  • What are my goals or intentions?

  • How am I spending my time and energy?

  • What prevents me from living the life I want?

  • What are my main sources of stress and overwhelm?

  • What are my personal strengths?

  • What are my personal challenges?

  • What do I know to be true about myself?

  • How can I become more comfortable with uncertainty?

  • Do my relationships feel meaningful?

  • Do I feel connected to my community?

  • How can I create a more loving relationship with myself?

  • How can I communicate better with others?

  • How can I learn to understand my emotions?

  • How do I cope with grief and loss?

  • How can I develop more resilience?

  • How can I cultivate gratitude and appreciation?

  • How can I receive support from the natural world?

  • How can I receive support from the people in my life?

  • How can I incorporate more rest / space into my life?