It was Socrates who said “The unexamined life is not worth living.” In this modern era, it is through psychotherapy and counseling that the most thorough examination of one’s life is achieved.

Psychotherapy, or counseling, is a process in which an individual, couple, or family collaborate with a trained professional to create a private and nonjudgmental environment for the purpose of discussing and resolving problems and issues with absolute confidentiality.

While the terms psychotherapy and counseling are sometimes used interchangeably, psychotherapy typically indicates a more in-depth analysis of the behaviors and personalities involved and is the more accurate description of Dr. Evans’ work. This kind of consultation with a trained professional has been shown to drastically increase objectivity, clarification, and insight into most any problem an individual, couple, or family might experience. This process furthers the understanding and acceptance of self and others by allowing for the expression of ideas, opinions, and emotions with a feeling of safety that might not exist in any other situation.

The result is a new perspective based on new information, a better understanding of the issues and personalities involved, an increased awareness of self and available resources, and the ability to make more rational and reliable life choices.

Psychotherapy allows an individual to become the author of his/her own life and is a process from which we all can benefit from time to time.