WAIT, THIS ISN’T THERAPY? How Does It Work?
Talking can be theraputic
but I am not a licensed therapist.
Talk and conversation provided through Mental Massager is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any disease or condition. It is not intended to substitute for the advice, treatment and/or diagnosis of a qualified licensed medical professional. I do not make any medical diagnoses, claims and/or substitute for your personal physician’s care. I do not offer advice or provide a second opinion or in any way attempt to alter the treatment plans or therapeutic goals/recommendations of your personal therapist, counselor or physician.
My role is to engage with you verbally over the phone, via video or in-person to provide ongoing support and be a “sounding board” as you explore your own thoughts, changes, ideas, and challenges currently occurring in your life.
I engage in active listening, which is listening in a way that shows curiosity, compassion and empathy. I will ask you questions to help guide the conversation and encourage critical thinking. A Mental Massage is a supportive way for you to grow and learn more about yourself.
I ask questions that will get you thinking and reflecting in different ways.
I am not trained to deal with crisis situations, threats or violence, so if you are a potential harm to yourself or others I will be required to end our talk. This includes thoughts of suicide, harm to others or me. This is also true for extremely serious topics that are better suited for a licensed health or medical professional. My goal is to provide service to everyone, however I am limited on the level of support I am able to offer.
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This website is not intended to provide mental health treatment and again, does not constitute a client/therapist relationship which will be established after an initial consult and signed consent. I do not provide diagnosis via this website or otherwise. The information provided on this website is not a replacement for the therapeutic relationship in psychotherapy or a coaching relationship. The information on this website is not intended to replace medical advice. I am not a Medical Provider (Physician, Psychiatrist, Nurse Practitioner, etc.).
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In Crisis? Need Immediate Contact?
Get Help!
If you or someone you know is experiencing emotional distress or overwhelmed, there are a number of options to provide immediate crisis and non-crisis counseling and support.
Safe Space provides interactive, digital resources and tools for additional emotional support. This site is run by Vibrant Emotional Health, in partnership with the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.
Mental Health America (MHA) hosts online community forums where people can connect and provide support on a variety of topics, both mental health condition-specific and non.
Disaster Distress Hotline runs 24/7 and offers free, multilingual and confidential crisis support. Call: (toll-free) 1-800-985-5990 Text: TalkWithUs to 66746.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline also runs 24/7 and offers free, confidential crisis support. You do not have to be suicidal to call this lifeline. Call: (toll-free) 1-800-273-TALK (8255).
National Domestic Violence Hotline for any victims and survivors who need support. Call: (toll-free) 1-800-799-7233 or 1-800-799-7233 for TTY If you’re unable to speak safely, you can log onto thehotline.org or text LOVEIS to 22522.
National Alliance on Mental Illness offers a confidential, non-crisis emotional support telephone hotline staffed by trained peer volunteers. To find your local warmline and their hours of operation, click on the NAMI link.
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