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A therapist sits across from their client who is holding a pillow, the therapist finds alternatives to figuring out how to help without compromising their therapist boundaries.

Therapist Boundaries From a Dynamic Perspective

As a 2023 SimplePractice survey found, therapists are burning out. In a private practice environment, it can be easy to … Continued

A therapist uses DBT principles with her client. This article answers “What are the six main points of dialectical behavioral therapy?”—a question both therapists and clients ask.

What Are the Six Main Points of Dialectical Behavior Therapy?

Wondering about dialectic behavioral therapy (DBT) principles? While many therapists and clients are aware of dialectic behavioral therapy (DBT), they … Continued

A client in distress clamps her hands, while the therapist explains a person-centered therapy techniques that may help.

Person-Centered Therapy Techniques

While some therapists may align with specific interventions or theoretical orientations, like EMDR therapy, most use person-centered therapy techniques—adjusting their … Continued

A client faces her therapist as she gets CBT for PTSD treatment. Want to understand more about CBT therapy for PTSD? This article explains CBT for PTSD, including its efficacy, sample treatment plans, and more.

CBT for PTSD

Looking for information on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for PTSD? In this article, we explore CBT for PTSD in depth, … Continued

Wondering “How much do massage therapists make?” Here’s the up-to-date massage therapist’s salary info to answer the question.

What Is a Massage Therapist’s Salary?

Wondering “How much do massage therapists make?” This article contains the up-to-date averages and variables that contribute to determining a … Continued

An illustration of a woman with scales of justice in her mind as well as a government building as she struggles with election stress and anxiety.

Therapists and Clients Experiencing Election Anxiety

If you or your clients are experiencing anxiety about the election or U.S. politics, you are not alone. The American … Continued

A female therapist sits with a blanket around her shoulders and a cup of hot tea as she thinks about overcoming barriers to self-care

Overcoming Personal Barriers to Self-Care

As part of my work and personal experience with therapist burnout, I created a tool to help myself and other … Continued

A female therapist rubs essential oils into her collar bone as she follows a therapist self-care checklist.

Therapist Self-Care Checklist

If you’re seeking therapist self-care ideas and information, we’ve got you covered. Self-care for therapists is absolutely essential.  Here’s a … Continued

A male therapist works with clients in a substance use disorder recovery group

Substance Use Disorder Group Topics for Recovery

Looking for substance use disorder group topics and activities? This article has a list of discussion topics and activities for … Continued

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