Acceptance is like a jigsaw puzzle. Sometimes it’s easier to focus on a specific part of the whole, because the bigger picture feels too overwhelming. There’s so much uncertainty in our collective situation right now, but that might not be all that you’re facing. You bring your individual life into this pandemic, and the combination […]
Acceptance is like a jigsaw puzzle. Sometimes it’s easier to focus on a specific part of the whole, because the bigger picture feels too overwhelming. There’s so much uncertainty in our collective situation right now, but that might not be all that you’re facing. You bring your individual life into this pandemic, and the combination […]
You say that you’d see a therapist if only you had the time. But even if you had the time, just getting to a therapist’s office presents its own problems. Work, childcare, health issues, and other special circumstances often keep people from seeking the care they need. Left unaddressed, the impact of significant stressors—life transitions, parent-child […]
You say that you’d see a therapist if only you had the time. But even if you had the time, just getting to a therapist’s office presents its own problems. Work, childcare, health issues, and other special circumstances often keep people from seeking the care they need. Left unaddressed, the impact of significant stressors—life transitions, parent-child […]
Romantic relationships can be an integral component of a fulfilling life. But if we put them on a pedestal and view them as the pinnacle of our existence, we might miss some important signs that we are in the wrong one. My last blog explored how to live up to the love you want. Part […]
Romantic relationships can be an integral component of a fulfilling life. But if we put them on a pedestal and view them as the pinnacle of our existence, we might miss some important signs that we are in the wrong one. My last blog explored how to live up to the love you want. Part […]
It’s self-study. Self-awareness is paying attention to yourself and learning what makes you tick. It’s looking in the mirror and seeing yourself clearly, without judgment or expectation. It’s a powerful tool. When you recognize what you’re doing, thinking, and experiencing at any moment, you get to decide how to respond. Do you want to continue […]
It’s self-study. Self-awareness is paying attention to yourself and learning what makes you tick. It’s looking in the mirror and seeing yourself clearly, without judgment or expectation. It’s a powerful tool. When you recognize what you’re doing, thinking, and experiencing at any moment, you get to decide how to respond. Do you want to continue […]
The gains you make in therapy, and the changes they inspire, may not be embraced by others in your life. Read my GoodTherapy blog to learn how to deal with pushback and keep growing. If you’re interested in learning more about how to maintain your growth and set healthy boundaries even when your loved ones struggle […]
The gains you make in therapy, and the changes they inspire, may not be embraced by others in your life. Read my GoodTherapy blog to learn how to deal with pushback and keep growing. If you’re interested in learning more about how to maintain your growth and set healthy boundaries even when your loved ones struggle […]
Life has a way of challenging us, even when we think we’re well on our way toward healing or self-improvement. Check out my article on GoodTherapy.org for some dos and don’ts in times of stress. When you notice that stress has taken its toll on you, you might consider seeking help. If therapy has worked […]
Life has a way of challenging us, even when we think we’re well on our way toward healing or self-improvement. Check out my article on GoodTherapy.org for some dos and don’ts in times of stress. When you notice that stress has taken its toll on you, you might consider seeking help. If therapy has worked […]
Writing is a way to process. I’ve been writing about mental health for some time now on my previous blog. It helps me process the different kinds of experiences that arise in my work with people. Each one of you is so unique in your thoughts, feelings, and way of being in the world, and […]
Writing is a way to process. I’ve been writing about mental health for some time now on my previous blog. It helps me process the different kinds of experiences that arise in my work with people. Each one of you is so unique in your thoughts, feelings, and way of being in the world, and […]
