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6 Strategies to Stop Being Your Own Worst Enemy: Self-Kindness and Emotional Well-Being Explained
Self-kindness and emotional well-being are closely linked. Many of us seek emotional relief when life feels heavy, whether it is anxiety, sadness, overwhelm, or tension in relationships. ... Read More
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You’re Not ‘Bad at Adulting’: You Might Have Adult ADHD
In our hyperconnected, always-on world, it’s become almost trendy to joke about being “bad at adulting.” If you’re struggling to remember to pay bills on time, keep ... Read More
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ChatGPT Therapy: Why AI Can’t Replace Real Therapists
We’re living in a time when you can ask an algorithm for advice about anything, your marriage, your trauma, your loneliness at 2 a.m., and get an instant response. AI/ChatGPT therapy ... Read More
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How to Manage Stress with a Compassionate Approach
Learning how to manage stress effectively becomes essential as we navigate life’s constant changes. This gentle stress management approach through self-compassion offers a sustainable ... Read More
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Navigating the Stages of Therapy: What to Expect During Your First Sessions
Starting therapy might feel like opening a door you’ve been staring at for a long time — equal parts relief, curiosity, and uncertainty. What will it be like? Will your therapist understand ... Read More
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Preventing Therapist Burnout: Self-Care Tips for Mental Health Professionals
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
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Unveiling Secrets: The Transformative Power of Therapy
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
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How to Optimize Your GoodTherapy Therapist Profile
For many people today, the process of finding the right therapist begins online, meaning your GoodTherapy profile is more than just a digital business card — it’s the gateway to ... Read More
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Caring for the Caregiver: Befriending Burnout as a Path to Renewal
Caregivers across all professions—from therapists to nurses, spiritual directors to first responders—are often companions on the path, walking with those they care for, helping to ... Read More
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Below the Surface: Why Women Helpers Struggle
Women who work in the helping field face unique challenges. You were probably drawn to this field because empathy comes naturally to you. Helping professionals want a job that is meaningful ... Read More
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Normalizing to Sensationalizing: The Evolution of Mental Health
Mental health is an integral aspect of our overall well-being. As humans, we all go through various emotional, psychological, and social challenges that can sometimes be overwhelming. Seeking ... Read More
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Setting Yourself up for Success – A Therapist’s Reflection
It started with a therapy student. I was feeling energized while in a mentoring session with a graduate student at my alma mater. She expressed her ambition to eventually find herself as ... Read More