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3 Things Young Adults Want from Therapy
Editor’s note: The following article contains movie spoilers. The films described are platforms for therapeutic discussion. As I sat down with a new client in her late 20s, I asked if ... Read More
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For Therapists: What to Do When a Client No-Shows
We’ve all been there. We think therapy is going along swimmingly, and then all of a sudden, our client stops showing up. Sometimes we get a cancellation email or text that says they will ... Read More
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When Business Gets in the Way: Rifts in the Therapeutic Relationship
Being a good therapist involves juggling three aspects of the job, even when these aspects—ethics, business, and relationships—sometimes seem to butt heads. Adhering to ethical codes ... Read More
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How Parents Can Foster Autonomy and Encourage Child Development
To gather information about the parent-child relationship, I often ask parents, “If you could wish for one thing for your child, what would that wish be?” I might also ask,“What ... Read More
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To Curse or Not to Curse: The Benefits of Swearing in Therapy
In an interview from April 2018, James Comey, former director of the FBI, spoke about the difference between the language he used publicly as the director of the FBI and the way he speaks ... Read More
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Beyond Gay Marriage: How Can Therapists Be Better Allies?
It’s June! You may see more rainbow flags this time of year as we celebrate Pride Month. More therapists and counselors are becoming aware of issues the LGBTQIA (lesbian or gay, bisexual, ... Read More
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How to Refer Someone to Therapy (and How Not To)
The decision to initiate any interpersonal relationship is anxiety-provoking, and the decision to talk with a therapist might be uniquely so. When we decide to meet with a therapist, we ... Read More
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Dialectical Dilemmas and How ACT Models Can Help Guide Treatment
Editor’s note: Gregory Holich, MS, LPC is the dialectical behavior therapy program coordinator for Timberline Knolls Residential Treatment Center in Lemont, Illinois. His continuing education ... Read More
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Tips for Incorporating Self-Compassion Practice into Clinical Work
Many mental health care providers are aware that self-compassion practices can benefit people in therapy. Whether a person is battling negative inner critics or facing the challenges of ... Read More
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How Developing Therapists Can Overcome Common Areas of Concern
Ideally, all therapists would continue to develop and improve their craft throughout their years of practice. But it’s not uncommon for therapists to put in the minimum time necessary ... Read More
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The Best Way Therapists Can Decrease the Stigma of Being in Therapy
As Mental Health Awareness Month draws to a close, the stigma surrounding mental health issues—and those who seek help for them—endures. While I believe being in therapy is more normalized ... Read More
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For Therapists: Addressing Sexual Feelings That Arise in Therapy
Sexuality is often a sensitive issue. In recent months, many people have come forward, speaking out about inappropriate, harmful, and abusive sexual behaviors and actions taken by people ... Read More
