Narrative Therapy in
Oklahoma City & Edmond
Many people enter therapy feeling defined by their struggles—by anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, or patterns they can’t seem to change. Narrative therapy offers a different perspective. Instead of viewing you as the problem, this approach helps you explore how challenges have shaped your story and how new, more empowering stories can emerge.
At Journey Counseling Center, we offer narrative therapy for individuals in Oklahoma City and Edmond who want a thoughtful, collaborative way to understand their experiences and move forward with greater clarity and self-compassion.
What Is Narrative Therapy?
Narrative therapy is based on the belief that people make meaning of their lives through the stories they tell about themselves and their experiences. Over time, painful events, criticism, or difficult relationships can create narratives that feel limiting or overwhelming.
Narrative therapy helps clients:
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Separate their identity from their struggles
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Understand how personal and cultural influences shape their experiences
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Identify strengths, values, and resilience that may have been overlooked
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Re-author their story in a way that supports growth and healing
This approach is collaborative, honoring that you are the expert on your own life.
How Narrative Therapy Can Help
Narrative therapy can be effective for a wide range of concerns, including:
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Anxiety and depression
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Trauma and life transitions
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Relationship challenges
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Identity exploration
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Shame or self-criticism
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Cultural or family-of-origin challenges
Rather than focusing solely on symptoms, narrative therapy helps clients explore meaning, identity, and personal agency.
A Collaborative and Empowering Approach to Therapy
Narrative therapy is not about therapists telling clients who they are or what they should do. Instead, therapy becomes a process of curiosity, reflection, and discovery. Many clients find this approach deeply validating and empowering.
At Journey Counseling Center, narrative therapy often includes:
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Exploring how problems have influenced your life
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Identifying moments of strength, resilience, and values
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Developing alternative stories that reflect your goals and identity
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Strengthening confidence and emotional clarity
Why Clients Choose Narrative Therapy
Clients are often drawn to narrative therapy because it:
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Honors personal identity and lived experience
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Reduces shame by separating people from problems
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Encourages self-compassion and meaning-making
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Supports long-term emotional growth rather than quick symptom management
This approach can be especially meaningful for individuals navigating major life transitions or questioning long-held beliefs about themselves.
Begin Narrative Therapy
If you’re ready to explore your story with curiosity and support, narrative therapy may be a meaningful next step. We provide provides narrative therapy to individuals throughout Oklahoma City, Edmond, and surrounding communities. Our therapists offer a calm, respectful environment where clients can explore their experiences safely and thoughtfully.
Contact Journey Counseling Center today to learn more about narrative therapy in Oklahoma City and Edmond or to schedule a free consultation.