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I’ve been conducting therapy exclusively online for the past two and a half years, the last year of which has been in my own private practice. Prior to that, I conducted therapy in a ... Read More

“You know,” Jasmine said, “you can talk to me about anything.” She couldn’t tell if he was playing a game or texting. Fifteen-year-old Scott just stared at his phone. It seemed ... Read More

Do you believe your therapist understands you well enough to provide quality treatment? Does your therapist understand what makes you you? A good psychotherapist respects the differences ... Read More

Some meals are nothing short of a sensual experience. Last night I had spaghetti carbonara. The noodles were eggy and cooked to the perfect chew. The sauce was silken and peppery, the pancetta ... Read More

I attended my first Pride parade in Charleston, West Virginia, when I was sixteen. I still remember it. My younger sister, then-twelve, now-deceased, adorned herself with a hand-painted ... Read More

Michael Singer’s The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself is a book that compelled me to pull out my highlighter as I read. It contains a lot of valuable nuggets I’ve been implementing ... Read More

What drives your decision-making—your rules or your values? Imagine a good friend asks you for a loan and you know, despite your friend’s best intentions, you will likely never get ... Read More

If our political parties can agree on one thing, it is how wedded each is to their respective platforms as the representation of what is “best” for the American people. Such is an illustration ... Read More

Has it happened to you? A few months into therapy and you’re scratching your head wondering what you’re still doing here. Things started off so strong. You were exploring your relationships ... Read More

It may be fair to wonder whether technology supports mental health, but there is little doubt some technology has the potential to support treatment efforts. HIPAA-compliant video chat ... Read More

Whenever I start to feel overly stressed, I know it’s time for a break from my hectic schedule. Recently, I felt the need for a period of silence, meditation, and soul-searching, so I ... Read More

She was frustrated by her immobility and chronic pain. In her mind, she felt like she could simply stand up and walk wherever she wanted. But in reality, her body was stuck in a wheelchair. “I’m ... Read More