Life Transitions Therapy
What are some common life changes?
Please note: this information is for general education only and does not establish a therapist-client relationship. You might face changes not mentioned here, and therapy can still support you!
Life transitions can occur at many points in life and may be planned, unexpected, positive, or challenging. Common life changes that people seek therapy for include:
Starting college or a new school
Career changes or job transitions
New or changing relationships
Grief and loss
Life milestones such as getting married or starting a family
Parenthood and shifting family dynamics
Health-related changes
Life transitions therapy can help you process these changes and develop tools to move forward with clarity and confidence!
Who Life Transitions Therapy is For
Life transitions therapy may be helpful if you are navigating change and finding it difficult to adjust emotionally, mentally, or relationally. You may benefit from support if you’re experiencing any of the following:
Feelings of overwhelm, anxiety, or persistent sadness
Difficulty adapting to new routines or making choices
Disrupted sleep, changes in appetite, or fatigue
Strained relationships or increased social withdrawal
A sense of loss or grief for what feels like the '“old normal”
Life transitions can bring unexpected challenges, even when the change is planned or welcomed. Therapy can provide a supportive space to explore these experiences at your own pace.
How Life Transitions Therapy Can Help
Life transitions therapy supports you in navigating change with care, reflection and intention. Through a collaborative and supportive approach, therapy may help in the following ways:
Emotional Processing: Therapy provides a safe, nonjudgemental space to explore and make sense of the complex feelings that come with change, such as anxiety, excitement, grief or uncertainty.
Coping Strategies: You’ll learn practical strategies to manage stress, adapt to new circumstances, and stay grounded during periods of transition.
Mindfulness and Self-Care: We may incorporate mindfulness-based practices such as breath awareness, body scans, or gentle check-ins, to help calm racing thoughts and reduce overwhelm. We’ll also explore self-care habits that support emotional well-being, such as improving sleep routines or incorporating movement into daily life.
Building Resilience Over Time: While therapy can support you through the current transition, it also helps strengthen skills that can be drawn upon during future changes, fostering resilience and self-trust.
Life transitions can feel uncomfortable, even when they ultimately lead to growth. Therapy offers space to move through these moments with support rather than pressure.
Ready to take the next step?
Whether you’re adjusting to a new phase of life or feeling uncertain about what comes next, therapy can help you reflect, regain balance and move forward in a way that feels aligned with you.