I believe deeply that life is meant to be lived rather than survived, however, it is not that uncommon for the collective experiences and traumas of life to push us into a way of functioning that can begin to feel more like survival. Despite our best efforts we can begin to feel discouraged, anxious, depressed and exhausted. These feelings can lead to choices and behaviors that are destructive to ourselves and those we love. If you find yourself in this kind of situation or are experiencing some of these thoughts and feelings, please know that through a process of counseling, you can discover solutions to the issues of your life and begin to thrive.