About Comfort

My life was full of re-directions, which led me to secure my therapy private practice and help others through their problems. Please continue reading.

Circumstances can change with mindset.

I loved to teach English and did so at a girl’s middle school for a couple of years in Africa. Then, my life changed when I moved to the United States.

I could not teach with the diploma from my country without certification by the licensing board. Unfortunately, my permanent resident status was still in process and expected to take some time.

In my situation, there was no way I could get a job under the double jeopardy circumstances that I faced. As a result, I was frustrated and afraid. I could hardly sleep without waking up in a panic.

I did not give up; I kept hoping and looking.

Persistence pays off.

One day, I saw a banner displayed by a building advertising Home Health Aid Training that lasted six weeks. I did not know the requirements, but I sought training. At least I could gain a vocational skill that might easily earn me a job. So, I walked about seven blocks from where I was squatting. Mind you, I could not afford to take a public bus that was only $1.25.

Guess what? When I got to the training institute, walked into the office, and requested a form to start the training, the receptionist gladly obliged me.

As I scanned through the application form, I realized I would need $35 for the application fee. I completed the application and handed the application to the receptionist. She asked for the accompanying $35 application fee. I quietly told her I didn’t have the money. She then looked at me incredulously and said, “If you don’t have $35 for the application fee, how then are you going to pay the $650 for the training?”

I sat before her quietly while gazing at her without an answer. She quietly excused herself, stepped out of the office, and came back with the owner of the training institute.

The owner said, “Hi Comfort, you need to pay $35 for the application, $650 for the six weeks of training, and you will need to purchase some books for the program. “

I quietly and confidently told her, “Ok, Ma’am, I am sorry I have nothing to pay right now, but I hope to pay.”

The owner then paused and waited to see whether I would bring out $35 from my bag, but I just sat there blank. Finally, she turned to the receptionist and told her to take the completed form from me and said, “Classes start this evening. Are you ready to start?” I said, “Sure! I am ready.” So, I started the training that night. The rest they say is history.

Facing challenges head-on is the best option.

We can work together to create something out of the challenges and circumstances you are experiencing. Your case may differ from mine, but how we approach our challenges matters.

Challenges and circumstances of life hit me, and I was separated from my husband for four years, with three children needing support. The circumstances were such that my husband could not support the care and upkeep of the children. I was lonely, fearful, anxious, cried often, and barely provided my children three square meals daily.

Life was hard; I was ashamed and did not want my extended family or close friends to know. I tried to keep it together. But the more I tried on my own to hold it together; the more things flew apart. I realized I needed to seek help and am glad I did.

Asking for help was not as crazy or as horrible as I thought.

The moment I sought help, my emotional pain was half-healed. Merely sharing my feelings and thoughts with my counselor helped me take a deep breath for the first time in about two years.

We partnered together and unearthed the issues one after the other. I began to have mental clarity about myself concerning my husband, children, and the emotional pains that I was experiencing.

As we engaged in a therapeutic relationship and I built a rapport with my counselor, I began to feel better about myself. My mind healed, and my worries and anxiety subsided, allowing me to stay healthier for my kids.

After four years of separation, my husband and I came back together, the children are doing well, the marriage worked, and we are happy.

Therapy helps you overcome life’s challenges.

It is possible to experience genuine change and heal, too.

Whatever you are experiencing now is common to human existence. We can work together, and you, too, will heal and have hope for the future.

You will be empowered with tools and skills to manage stressors and find a lasting solution to life problems.

All you need to do is say, “I am ready for a change, and I am determined to work for it.”

Call me now; don’t procrastinate.