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Why Healing Feels Worse Before It Feels Better
And why that’s actually a sign you’re doing it right A lot of people come to therapy hoping to feel better, calmer, lighter, more free. But what often catches folks off guard is that, for a while, they actually feel worse. Not because therapy isn’t working, but...
Therapist Picks: Podcasts for Escaping the Weight of the World
Let’s be honest, sometimes it feels like the world is crumbling. Whether it’s climate change, political division, war and global violence, or social justice issues, the weight of the world can feel like too much. I often interact with people who are doing their best...
How to Care for Yourself When You’re Down and Out
As a therapist, I often sit with people as they navigate difficult circumstances and emotions. I frequently present coping strategies, self-care techniques, and self-compassion exercises to my clients, with the hope of empowering them to live a values-based lifestyle....
Are You a Narcissist, or Just a Human Being With a Smartphone
Recently, I heard someone say their cat was a narcissist. This made me think about how the term narcissist might be losing some of its original meaning. Like when the word “literally” stopped meaning “literally” and started meaning “actually.” At its core,...
Schizotypal vs. Avoidant Personality Disorder: A Helpful Guide
Some people avoid social situations because they’re terrified of rejection. Others avoid social situations because they think other people might be robots. These are different things. This is the world of personality disorders. Specifically, schizotypal and avoidant....
Signs that Therapy is Working
Starting mental health therapy can feel like taking a jump into the unknown, and it’s totally normal to wonder if it’s actually helping. The changes you may experience since starting therapy are not usually dramatic or immediate, but rather a gradual shift that begin...