Wellness

The stories exploring self-care and mindfulness.

A photo college of a female therapist shows her face in reflection as she ponders what insights are learned about therapists from therapy memes

8 Insights About Therapists From Therapy Memes

I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist, author, business owner, and public speaker, however I’m probably more widely recognized among … Continued

A female therapist works on her time management at her desk

4 Time Management Traps for Therapists

Perhaps you feel the pressure of a time crunch as you prepare to take some time off from your practice … Continued

A female therapist stands and uses group therapy icebreaker questions with her therapy group of four adults

Group Therapy Icebreakers

Looking for mental health icebreaker questions? These group therapy icebreakers include group therapy icebreakers for adults and adolescents. Despite its … Continued

A therapist works with a client and wonders how to avoid catching clients' anxiety

How Therapists Can Avoid Catching Clients’ Anxiety

As therapists, we’re exposed to worries realized and worries unrealized. Clients voice concerns about everything from finances to flying, lost … Continued

A male therapist sits on the couch talking with his own therapist, a woman

5 Tips for Therapists Seeking Their Own Therapist

For the general public, one of the biggest roadblocks to tapping into therapy is that the first match isn’t always … Continued

An illustration of a therapist working with difficult therapy clients sitting on a blue couch

Working With Difficult Therapy Clients

Maybe you recognize that feeling—that sense of dread you feel in your stomach as a particular client’s appointment is approaching. … Continued

A woman of color wonders what is mental health stigma

What Is Mental Health Stigma?

If you’re wondering about mental health stigma and seeking answers to the question “What is stigma in mental health?” this … Continued

An illustration of a female therapist sitting in a chair wondering about mental health for mental health professionals

Mental Health for Mental Health Professionals

When we think about mental health for mental health professionals, we’d be remiss if we didn’t  acknowledge the high levels … Continued

An illustration shows a face of a person with anxiety who is surrounded by eyes which are visual indicators of his negative thoughts so he's considering CBT for social anxiety

CBT for Social Anxiety

Looking for information on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for social anxiety? This article explores cognitive behavioral therapy for social phobia … Continued

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