Maybe you’ve been feeling especially exhausted, anxious, or “off” lately but can’t figure out why. Perhaps it’s something that happened a long time ago that you haven’t worked through. Maybe it was one event, a series of events, or a prolonged feeling. Could be that you’ve talked to friends and relatives about what’s going on. Some get it while others listened politely or simply looked mystified. If this sounds familiar, it might be time to consider trauma therapy.
Read More“How can I stay off my phone?” is a question I hear a lot. Phones offer so much convenience, but they’re keeping us from engaging in a valuable act that builds a sense of who we are: Hanging out with ourselves. If this sounds familiar, it may be time to consider anxiety therapy.
Read MoreA therapist is more—and less—than a friend. Not someone you go to a bar with. Not someone you meet for coffee or lunch. On the other hand, a therapist can often see things in you that no one else does. Here’s more on what a therapist is, and isn’t.
Read MoreAs we go through various life stages, our friendships evolve. Some endure. Others don’t. Different friendships meet different needs, and those needs change over time. Life transitions therapy can help you make sense of the challenges that come with changes in relationships.
Read MoreYou’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.
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