You’re going through a rough time, and a friend texts late in the evening. “Hey,” the text says. “Just checking on you.” You tell yourself you’ll get back in a day or two, or delete the text entirely. Why does trauma make taking in kindness so hard? Trauma therapy can help make sense of the disconnect.
Read MoreIf you’re struggling with depression, you’ve probably battled feelings of being less-than. And you’ve likely noticed how stubborn poor self-esteem can be. Treatment for depression can offer support, insight, and a way forward.
Read MoreWhen you’re grieving something that has been lost or changed—a parent, a partner, a pet, a home, or your health, to name a few—your feelings may be rapidly shifting. It can be tough to identify what it is you need or want on any given day or hour. Therapy for grief can be a brave and meaningful step.
Read MoreIf you’re struggling in the aftermath of a breakup, you may be experiencing feelings of grief and confusion, as well as many questions about how to proceed with your life. Here's encouragement on sorting through it and getting the support you need.
Read MoreIf you’ve struggled with depression, maybe you’ve had the experience of feeling supported, heard, and seen by a good therapist. But then the hour ends, and it’s time to return to your life. What then? How do you take care of yourself and make the session last?
Read MoreA friend wrote a memoir about therapy and therapists. The wisdom she gained over years of writing, reflecting, and going to therapy is impressive. Recently, my friend and I had a conversation about how to find the right therapist.
Read MoreThe word ‘codependent’ gets tossed around a lot. It has for many years. But the word, I’ve found, carries more than a whiff of judgement sometimes. The state of your relationship between yourself, others, and the world is an important marker of good mental health. For couples, here’s how to tell the difference between a relationship that’s close and one that’s overly dependent.
Read MorePsychoanalysis, invented more than 100 years ago, is a constantly evolving field of knowledge that can be applied everywhere. It’s used in free clinics and private practice alike. It’s used in family therapy, individual therapy, couples therapy, and in the business world. And it’s commonly used for treating anxiety.
Read MoreIf you’re struggling with an anxiety disorder or considering therapy for anxiety, you may have wondered about a mindfulness or meditation practice.
Read MoreIt’s been happening more and more; you get into an argument with your partner or another family member. Whether it’s the same issue or a brand new one, the heat is rising because you’re not hearing each other.
Read MoreTherapy is an investment of time, money, and emotion. As with any investment, it’s worth stepping back once in a while from therapy to assess how it’s working. The question then becomes: What feels different than when you started?
Read MoreSure of what you want to do next and know your future calling? Hats off. Many of us—even into midlife—don’t know exactly what we want to be when we (next) grow up. This beginner’s stage may feel odd or even embarrassing, especially if you’ve been a manager, mentor, or boss.
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