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Are You Paralyzed by Overwhelming Feelings? Stop Procrastinating
Many of us linger on the things we wish we could do better, more frequently, or at all. Sometimes, we find ourselves feeling “stuck” and unable to move forward—or in any direction. ... Read More
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Where Do You Fall on the Spectrum of Alcohol Use?
Not everyone who drinks alcohol has a drinking problem. Most people fall on a continuum of alcohol use throughout their lives. An increase in alcohol use and problems associated with it ... Read More
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Study Links School Shootings to Male Gender Role Pressure
School shooters may feel unable to live up to their school’s masculine norms, according to a study published in the journal Gender Issues. All 29 of the shootings the study identified ... Read More
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Emotional Connection: The Secret to Lasting Love
Emotional connection, a bond that holds partners together in a relationship, is one of the most important strengths for couples to have. Without a strong emotional connection, relationships ... Read More
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Your Children Can’t Give Back the Trust You’ve Lost in Them
In my office, I hear angry parents snap in frustration at their kids. “You broke my trust!” “You have to earn my trust back!” “You’ve got to rebuild my trust!” These parents ... Read More
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Recovering from Infidelity: Why Does Forgiveness Feel So Dangerous?
I believe infidelity is one of the most difficult challenges a couple can experience and attempt to recover from. In my work with people who have experienced infidelity—who may still ... Read More
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Relational Aggression: The Bullying Hidden in Plain Sight
Bullying is described as a behavior marked by two distinct features: the intent to create a power imbalance and the frequency with which it occurs. There are various strategies used to ... Read More
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Dating Ethically: Addressing Common Frustrations Honestly and Openly
Frustrations and disappointments are all too common for those who engage in modern dating. Mutual interest and attraction alone can be difficult to find, especially as online dating becomes ... Read More
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The Search for ‘Good Enough’: Recovering from Failure and Rejection
Failure and rejection conjure powerful feelings of pain, shame, humiliation, and more. Recently I realized I struggle with perfectionism. Fear of failure and rejection, for me, bring up ... Read More
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Ignore, Respond, or Tell Someone? Dealing with Bullying
October is National Bullying Prevention Month, a month which lasts all year for many, as bullying is far too common. According to the National Bullying Prevention Center, more than one ... Read More
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Should I Tell My Partner About My Gender Dysphoria?
Dear GoodTherapy.org, I need some friendly feedback with a problem I am stuck with. I am a 60-year-old male who was diagnosed 23 years ago with gender dysphoria. I have just “dealt” ... Read More
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My Journey Through Anxiety to Find a Sense of Calm
Always too bothered about what others thought—that was me, for the longest time. I would waste hours worrying about things that did not need so much consideration. Isolating myself from ... Read More