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Annoyed by Your Therapist? Why You Should Speak Your Mind
August 3, 2018 .
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In day-to-day life, we often spend a lot of time holding in the feelings and thoughts we have about others. These thoughts may be about people we love, someone we’re in relationship with, ... Read More
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How to Refer Someone to Therapy (and How Not To)
June 21, 2018 .
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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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What Is Your Therapist Listening For?
June 5, 2018 .
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Advice is cheap. Advice puts the onus on the listener and not the speaker. Advice is often a quick fix—a mere Band-Aid on a wound that needs more persistent care. I can usually detect ... Read More
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‘How Does That Make You Feel?’ Why Your Therapist Is Asking
April 19, 2018 .
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It’s one of the most important questions in therapy. It’s stereotypical. Sometimes, it’s disruptive. It can lead to anxiety and self-examination. And it’s not going away. Your therapist ... Read More
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Lasting Change Requires Change, Not Just Insight
February 16, 2018 .
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“My therapist was great! I learned a lot, but I’m not sure much changed.” Does the above statement describe your experience with therapy? Maybe you’ve uttered a similar phrase ... Read More
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Thinking About Canceling Therapy? Tell Me About It
March 6, 2017 .
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Your next therapy appointment is approaching, and you’re wondering what you might talk about. Nothing “exciting” has happened recently. You’re not upset about anything in particular. ... Read More