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Is Your Ability to Receive Love Affecting the Love You Give?
Recently, when I put my 6-year-old son to bed, he reminded me of something I can sometimes lose sight of, particularly when I’m anxious or worried. As I kissed him on the forehead, he ... Read More
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What It Feels Like to Be Stalked (Let Alone Three Times)
Stalking. The word alone inspires fear and anxiety in many people. For those of us who have experienced it, it may conjure painful images we never stop seeing, no matter how hard we try. Although ... Read More
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The Arduous Work of Treating Narcissism: A Therapist’s Guide
Narcissism is difficult to diagnose and treat. As with all personality issues, the narcissistic traits a person possesses exist on a continuum. Not all people with narcissism are the same, ... Read More
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5 Warning Signs Therapy May Be Hazardous to Your Marriage
People who are unhappy in their marriages may turn to mental health professionals for help, unaware therapy could in fact make things worse. I’m not talking about bad couples therapy, ... Read More
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10 Steps to Recovering from a Toxic Trauma Bond
Trauma bonds occur in very toxic relationships, and tend to be strengthened by inconsistent positive reinforcement—or at least the hope of something better to come. Trauma bonds occur ... Read More
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No, You Don’t Have to Leave Your Cheating Spouse
If infidelity has happened to you (emotional, physical, or both), you don’t have to go running to an attorney right away. Of course, separation or divorce is always an option, both now ... Read More
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How Person-Centered Therapy Can Help Transplant Recipients
When a person is in need of an organ transplant, a process referred to in medical circles as a “transplant work-up” begins. This process is lengthy, as it is necessary to make sure ... Read More
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How Do I Convince a Parent to Go to Therapy?
Dear GoodTherapy.org, My mom is nearing 70. She was widowed four years ago, and ever since then she seems to have given up on life. She barely leaves her house, doesn’t want to socialize ... Read More
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Help! I’m Worried About My Child’s Aggressive Play
Dear GoodTherapy.org, My 5-year-old is a generally happy and sweet kid, but I have been noticing lately that her play can get pretty violent. She can be aggressive sometimes and say things ... Read More
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Is It Ever Appropriate to Give or Accept a Gift in Therapy?
For better or for worse, the holiday season is associated with the giving and receiving of gifts. Gifts are exchanged between those we are close with, including family members and friends. ... Read More
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Terrified People Pleasers: Why Can’t I Love and Be Loved?
People pleasing is a way to reduce anxiety and eliminate stress. Some please to assure good feelings that come with positive responses like being approved of, admired, praised, or respected. ... Read More
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5 Ways to Release Your Anger and Embrace Forgiveness
We all experience love in one form or another. We all experience hurt and pain. It’s part of the human condition. Likewise, people can be insensitive sometimes. They say or do things ... Read More