Wellness
The stories exploring self-care and mindfulness.
When Therapists’ Personal Emotions Arise in Session
During a session with a client a sudden wave of emotion began to wash over me. I felt it rise … Continued
Bipolar Psychosis
Bipolar psychosis, or bipolar with psychotic features, is common among those diagnosed with bipolar disorder, which is why it’s crucial … Continued
How to Talk About Social Media and Mental Health
Most therapists intuitively understand the negative link between social media use and mental health—perhaps personally, as well as professionally. Personally, … Continued
What Are the 5 Stages of Psychosis?
In this article, we will be going over the 5 stages of psychosis—in addition to the various psychosis symptoms to … Continued
What Is Bipolar Disorder?
Formerly called manic-depressive illness or manic depression, bipolar disorder is a treatable mental health condition marked by extreme shifts between … Continued
How to Cope With Loneliness
Nineteen years ago, on a morning in May, I sat alone at my kitchen table, surveying my sunny Brooklyn walk-up. … Continued
How to Combat Empathetic Distress, the Shadow Side of Empathy
If you’re wondering “What is empathetic distress?” or “How does a therapist’s empathetic concern become empathetic distress?” read on for … Continued
What Is Speech Delay Therapy?
In this article, we’ll explain the differences between speech delay therapy and language delay, including speech delay without autism, and … Continued
Substance Abuse Group Counseling
Looking for information on the specific goals of substance abuse group counseling and how therapists can ensure group members receive … Continued
Prolonged Exposure Therapy
Prolonged exposure (PE) therapy is a type of therapy that seeks to address the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) … Continued
