In successful therapy, you probably haven’t heard someone say, “I hate my therapist, but the therapy works.” I certainly haven’t. Usually, when I hear or read comments to the effect of “I disliked my therapist,” the story ends with the client having left therapy. At...
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Gridlock vs. Perpetual Problems in Couples
Did you know that 69% of problems are perpetual problems? What does that mean? According to a study by Gottman and Gottman, 69% of couples' problems have no resolution and 31% of their problems are resolvable. Looking at your own relationship, do you find yourself...
Are My Therapist’s Notes Really Confidential?
The success of therapy is often predicated on the trust in confidentiality. When you show up to your first session, odds are that your therapist has explained to you three situations in which they may have to breach confidentiality, and may do so without your consent....
How Your Favorite Hobby Can Be A Part of Your Therapy
Imagine you're a new client, coming in for talk therapy with a counselor. You arrive at the office, seat yourself and wait for your therapist to call you in. Once you are in the room, your counselor greets you warmly, introduces themselves and begins the session. It...