Veterans and Family Members
Whether you are active duty, a veteran, a military spouse, or a dependent, military life brings on unique challenges. There’s often an unspoken expectation to stay strong and keep going, which can make asking for help difficult. From someone who has lived experience with the military community, you are not alone.
Signs You May Need Help
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You experience a major life event
Maybe you just had a PCS move or returned home from a deployment. Maybe you are adjusting to life after a family member leaves. The military brings frequent moves or transitions that can be hard to keep up with. Your relationship may be impacted by the distance or stress. You have to adjust quickly with the expectation that you will need to do this again in a few months.
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Things stay with you
You have difficulties shutting your mind fully off, and you feel constantly aware of your surroundings. Certain memories or situations come up with triggers you were not expectation, and it’s hard to explain this to others when it happens. You always ask yourself, “what’s next?” even when you are in a safe space.
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You feel disconnected
You feel disconnected and emotionally numb. You feel distant from others, including your family and friends. You want to open up, but it’s hard to find the words to do so, leading you to keep a lot to yourself. For the people who haven’t lived through your experience, you know they will struggle to understand what you are going through.
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You are in survival mode
You are used to handling things on your own. You constantly feel on edge, and have to prepare for the worst.
How Therapy Can Help
Military life brings on unique challenges that no other career has to face. In therapy, you will have a safe space with someone who understands what you are experiencing, and won’t judge or pressure you. You will be able to process your experiences at your own pace without being pushed at an uncomfortable speed. Together with the help of your therapist, you will build tools to manage stress, anxiety, and feeling overwhelmed. The most important aspect is that this is your space. You are in control what is shared and discussed, and how it is approached.
Ready to start?
I provide virtual therapy for military members, veterans, and military spouses in New Jersey. Click the button below to schedule a free consultation today.