The GoodTherapy Blog

As a therapist, you’re often the safe harbor in someone else’s storm, listening, supporting, and making room for deep emotional work. But who cares for the caregiver? Just like clients, ... Read More

Starting therapy can be one of the most empowering decisions you make, but the path to better mental health begins with a potentially tough question: “How do I even find the right therapist?” The ... Read More

The number of clients who are telling me during sessions that they are relying on “therapy” from an online AI tool in-between sessions is becoming disturbing. I know that AI ... Read More

POV:  Your teenager slams the door loudly and you wonder to yourself what could have possibly happened to that cuddly, chubby-cheeked-child that you once bounced on your lap.  The changing ... Read More

Those of you who know me personally are aware that my son Nikolai passed away in November. Our family has been navigating this unimaginable loss, and while everyone’s grief is unique, ... Read More

When you seek support in therapy, you’re also opening yourself up and entrusting someone with your most personal thoughts and emotions. Therapy should be a safe, confidential, and professional ... Read More

Discovering a betrayal in your relationship can be devastating. Whether it’s an infidelity, a hidden truth, or another breach of trust, the emotional impact is profound. At this moment, ... Read More

OCD is often misunderstood in popular culture. It is commonly simplified and portrayed in media as obsession with cleanliness or order i.e. handwashing or arranging objects on a specific ... Read More

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a well-known mental health condition that arises from experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. However, a lesser-known but equally significant ... Read More

Social media has undoubtedly changed the way we connect, communicate, and engage with the world. It has transformed from a tool for sharing vacation photos to an all-encompassing platform ... Read More

Ambiguous vs. Unambiguous Loss When I looked into my loved one’s eyes during one of her first manic episodes, I did not recognize the eyes staring back at me.  Equally heartbreakingly, ... Read More

What does it mean to be a therapist? What happens when someone discloses about killing someone in therapy? Has that happened to you yet? Talk about getting out of my comfort zone! As therapists, ... Read More