Narrative Therapy
Narrative Therapy
Don't Let Your Thoughts Control Your Life
Narrative therapy is a collaborative, empowering approach that views problems as separate from people. It invites you to explore your life as a story—and helps you reshape that story in ways that reflect your strengths, values, and identity.
Rather than focusing on “what’s wrong,” narrative therapy asks:
What has happened? What have you survived? And what do you want to write next?
WHAT WE OFFER FOR YOU
At Cornerstone Wellness Center, we use narrative therapy to help clients reframe painful experiences, uncover hidden strengths, and become the author of their own healing journey.
Why Narrative Therapy Is Used
When people experience trauma, loss, or labels placed by others, they often internalize those stories.
“I’m broken.” “I always mess up.” “I’m not enough.” These beliefs can shape identity—but they aren’t the full truth.
Narrative therapy is helpful for:
Trauma recovery and grief processing
Identity struggles and self-worth
Anxiety, depression, and emotional overwhelm
People healing from past abuse or neglect
Individuals who’ve been defined by diagnosis, stigma, or other’s expectations
Anyone ready to take back ownership of their life story
Narrative therapy helps you change your relationship with problems—so they no longer define you.
The Goal of Narrative Therapy
The goal is to help you:
Externalize your problems (you are not the problem)
Discover and strengthen the preferred stories of your life
Identify values, skills, and resilience that may be overlooked
Re-author your identity in a way that feels empowering and true
Break free from limiting beliefs and societal narratives
You are not just a character in a story—you’re the storyteller. Narrative therapy helps you reclaim that role.
How Narrative Therapy Helps You Reclaim Your Life
Narrative therapy doesn’t erase the past—it helps you understand it differently. Instead of being defined by your struggles, you begin to see yourself through the lens of survival, strength, and choice.
At Cornerstone Wellness Center, we hold space for your full story—with curiosity, compassion, and a commitment to helping you author what comes next.
A Simple Story:
Meet Lauren
Lauren is 26 and has always been described as “the anxious one.” Family, friends—even teachers—reinforced that identity. After years of feeling trapped by that label, Lauren started believing it herself.
At Cornerstone Wellness Center, her therapist used narrative therapy to help her step outside that label and explore her own story. Together, they mapped moments of courage, insight, and self-advocacy that challenged the idea that she was weak or fearful.
Lauren still faces anxiety—but it no longer defines her. Now, she sees herself as resilient, aware, and brave enough to write a new chapter.
Disclaimer
The story shared above is a fictional example created for educational purposes. It does not represent a real client or actual session at Cornerstone Wellness Center. We are fully committed to maintaining your privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations. Any resemblance to real persons, living or deceased, is purely coincidental.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is narrative therapy?
Narrative therapy helps you explore your life as a story, separating problems from your identity and empowering you to rewrite your narrative with clarity and intention.
Does this mean ignoring my problems?
Not at all. Narrative therapy honors your struggles while shifting the focus to your strengths, values, and the meaning you give to your experiences.
Is this therapy only for trauma or big events?
No. Narrative therapy is helpful for anyone feeling stuck in a limiting belief, label, or life pattern—even if the issue seems small.
Will I have to write my story out loud?
Dreams are one tool—but not required. Your therapist will only use methods that feel relevant and helpful for your process.
Can narrative therapy help with depression or anxiety?
Yes. Reframing the story of your struggles often brings relief, clarity, and self-compassion that reduce symptoms over time.
Is this therapy okay for teens or young adults?
Absolutely. Many young people benefit from separating their identity from what others have told them—and from learning how to define themselves on their own terms.
Our clinic is a private mental health partnership, with a carefully selected team of Psychologists.
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