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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In The Here and Now: How to Practice Mindfulness When You Don’t Like Meditation
There have already been many, many posts, articles, and blogs written about mindfulness, so I won’t keep you long. As some of you may already know, though it is perfectly okay if you don’t, mindfulness is the practice of being focused, non-judgmental, and in the...
Family Therapy for Adults
A friend recently asked me, ‘does family therapy work for adults?” I laughed, as I regularly work with adult families. However, that question made me realize that many people aren’t aware it's an option. The short answer is yes, it's a viable option. Adult Family...
Embracing Anger: Dispelling Misconceptions for Mental Well-Being
In the realm of emotions, anger often carries a negative connotation. It's frequently viewed as a destructive force, a feeling that should be suppressed or avoided at all costs. However, within the context of psychotherapy, it's crucial to debunk these misconceptions...