Life Transitions
Life Transitions Therapy in Utah County | Palisades Counseling
Supporting You Through Change.
Change is an inevitable part of life—but even positive changes can bring stress, uncertainty, or grief. Whether planned or unexpected, transitions can challenge our identity, relationships, routines, and mental health. At Palisades Counseling, we offer support for individuals navigating the emotional and psychological impact of major life transitions.
You don’t have to go through it alone. Therapy can help you reflect, adapt, and grow through periods of change with greater clarity and resilience.
What Are Life Transitions?
Life transitions are the shifts and milestones that mark different phases of our lives. These moments can feel exciting, overwhelming, disorienting, or all of the above. Some transitions are sudden or unwanted, while others unfold over time.
We commonly support clients facing transitions such as:
- Starting college or moving away from home
- Career changes, job loss, or retirement
- Relationship transitions
- Becoming a parent or navigating infertility
- Loss of a loved one or a major health diagnosis
- Shifts in identity, spirituality, or personal values
- Relocation or cultural adjustment
- Adjusting to a “new normal” after a major life event
These transitions often affect how we see ourselves and how we relate to others. Even joyful milestones can bring up anxiety, grief, or a sense of loss for the life you’re leaving behind.
Why Transitions Are Emotionally Challenging
During transitions, our usual coping strategies may feel less effective. Our roles and sense of stability might shift, and uncertainty about the future can bring up fear, sadness, or stress. It’s common to feel “stuck” between what was and what’s coming next.
While these responses are normal, it’s easy to feel isolated or overwhelmed. Therapy provides space to process your experience and find meaning in the transition.
How Therapy Can Help
At Palisades Counseling, we offer a calm, affirming space where you can explore what this season of life means for you. Therapy can help you:
- Name and understand your emotions around the transition
- Clarify your values, priorities, and next steps
- Manage feelings of grief, anxiety, or fear of the unknown
- Strengthen your sense of identity and direction
- Develop practical coping skills and emotional resilience
- Reconnect with a sense of hope or possibility
Some transitions invite reflection on who you are and who you’re becoming. Therapy supports that process with intention and care.
What to Expect
You don’t need to have everything figured out to begin therapy. Our therapists tailor the process to meet your needs, offering a flexible and supportive space to process what’s changing in your life.
We won’t rush your process or force a “right way” to move through change. Instead, we’ll work with you to better understand your internal world, your relationships, and your unique capacity for adaptation and growth.
You’re Allowed to Take Your Time
Whether you’re grieving what was, uncertain about what’s next, or simply trying to make sense of a shifting season, you deserve support.
Reach out to us today to schedule an appointment or learn more about how we can help you navigate life transitions with clarity and care.