My ideal client is someone who is navigating a recent separation from their spouse, dealing with a pending divorce, and facing child custody challenges. They may be feeling anxious, depressed, and overwhelmed by these significant life changes. Their goals include finalizing the divorce, securing visitation rights, and regaining a sense of normalcy by re-engaging in activities they once enjoyed, such as exercising. Ultimately, they want to feel better, more complete, and less burdened by depression as they move forward in their life.

As a clinician, I would provide the ideal client with a structured format to share their narrative and express their version of the story. I would work to create a bubble map to identify the underlying issues and break them down, allowing for a clearer understanding of how to provide better support tailored to the client’s needs.