Therapy 101

Life transitions can be difficult to cope with, especially when they are unexpected or sudden. Whether you are transitioning from high school to college, starting a new job, or moving to a new city, it is important to have the right tools in place to help you cope. 

Wilderness therapy is a form of therapy that uses nature as the main source of healing. It involves activities such as hiking, camping, rafting, and other outdoor activities as part of the therapeutic process. By connecting with nature, individuals can gain insight into their behavior and develop a better understanding of their emotions.

Gottman Couples Therapy is an evidence-based approach to couples counseling that focuses on helping couples identify and resolve conflicts, deepen their understanding and appreciation of one another, and improve the overall health of their relationship.

Many of us have been struck by anxiety at some point in our lives, yet plenty of people don't have go-to strategies for coping with the effects of anxiety and stress. One coping mechanism almost anyone can use to deal with the effects of anxiety and stress is the 333 rule. So what is it, how can you use it to cope with anxiety, and what other options are there if you’re dealing with stress and anxiety and need more support?

When it comes to family therapy, there are a variety of different types that can be used in order to help a family through a tough period. While each type of therapy has its own unique approach, they all share the common goal of helping family members communicate and resolve their issues.

For some people, the holidays are the most wonderful time of the year. For others, they’re the most stressful. And for most of us, it’s a bit of both. If you’re feeling less than jolly during the holidays, you’re not alone. Here are a few reasons the holidays can bring on stress and anxiety and some ways you might be able to cope.

Are you having trouble falling asleep at night due to anxiety and trouble breathing? This is a common issue among sufferers of anxiety. However, with the right tools you can learn how to manage your anxiety during the day so that when you sleep at night you can find more peace and rest.

Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) is an evidence-based psychotherapy approach that has been found to be effective across a vast array of groups and problems. SFBT can be utilized as time-limited, singular therapeutic approach with therapy sessions lasting from two to eight sessions long.

Person centered therapy, also called client centered therapy, is a humanistic type of therapy aimed at helping individuals use their own internal strengths and resources in a process of self-directed change, healing and growth. In person centered therapy the client is always viewed as the expert of their own experience.

For many people, drinking is a part of life. It can be how we unwind, how we celebrate, and how we loosen up around other people. But if you've ever thought about cutting back on the amount of alcohol you consume, going completely sober, or are interested in ways to moderate your drinking, you might be sober curious.

There are a number of possible explanations for why someone might feel sad for no reason. However, if you have feelings of sadness that go on for more than a few days and don't seem to have any specific trigger, then it may be time to see a doctor.

Do you often find yourself stepping in, taking over, speaking up, or otherwise orchestrating others when they are actually capable of handling things themselves? Does it make you feel in control and purposeful — and sometimes resentful? You might be an overfunctioner. So what is overfunctioning, who does it and why, and what can we do to pull back and have more balance in our lives?

Jungian psychotherapy is a form of therapy based on the theories of Swiss psychiatrist Carl Jung. Jungian therapy attempts to help individuals become aware of and integrate the different parts of the psyche in order to achieve wholeness. This type of therapy can be helpful for people who are struggling with issues such as anxiety, depression, and identity.

There are plenty of coping mechanisms people can use for anxiety, but a recent trend on TikTok is to use anxiety rings. So what are they, how can you use them when you’re feeling anxious, and do they really work?

Typical depictions of depression include sadness, lethargy, hopelessness, and more. But are they the only signs and symptoms of depression? No! In this post, we break down the less well-known symptoms of depression and how to get the care you deserve if the lesser-known signs and symptoms seem familiar to you.

Experiential therapy is an exciting alternative to cognitive or behavioral therapy, or even traditional psychotherapy. People who have participated in this form of therapy say it's effective for overcoming depression, stress, and trauma. This type of treatment helps to promote self-awareness, develop healthy boundaries, and recover from emotional and mental pain.

Humanistic Therapy focuses on the individual’s inner world, including their thoughts and feelings. The theory behind humanistic therapy emphasizes that people are born with certain innate needs and desires, such as belonging, self-esteem or personal growth. However, it also recognizes that these needs may not always be met by society or other people in our lives. Goals of humanistic therapy include self-actualization and self-awareness, where patients can become more aware of their problems and focus on personal growth more than finding solutions to them.

LMSW, PsyD, MD, PMH RN? What do all of these letters mean? Are these all therapists? Are any of them therapists!? When it comes to finding mental health care, it shouldn't be confusing, but it often is. In this blog, we’ll break down the different types of people who provide mental health therapy and give you a few things to consider when you're looking for the right therapist for you.

While we all handle stress differently, for some people, the effects of stressful triggers can be overwhelming. If you often find it challenging to regulate your emotional response in stressful situations, and find yourself becoming dysregulated, it could have a lot to do with your window of tolerance. But what is the window of tolerance, and how can you stay within your window, widen your window, and find more effective ways to cope?

Especially in the midst of difficult situations, positive affirmations are a way of helping overcome negative thoughts that can sometimes take over and make you doubt yourself. But how do they work? We’ll break it down for you, plus get you started with a few that might help you manage anxious thoughts and move into a more positive state of mind.

It’s normal to disagree in relationships, but how do you know when it crosses the line into gaslighting? If you feel like someone is manipulating you into doubting your perceptions, experiences, or understanding of events, it might be happening to you. Here are a few examples of gaslighting as well as some things you can do in case you think it’s happening to you.

Folks who experience August anxiety, the September scaries, or the end-of-summer blues might mourn the loss of long, sunny days and dread the cooler months. But how can you tell if you have the end-of-summer blues, and how can you beat them if you do?

If you're feeling lazy and unmotivated, you might be questioning whether you have depression or not. And if you do, are there things that you can do to feel like yourself again?

When life gets overwhelming, it often feels like there's nothing we can do. Before we can even tackle the problems we face, putting things in perspective can help. But anyone who has tried to gain a sense of perspective knows that it’s easier said than done. So how can we practice cognitive flexibility and begin to put things in perspective? Here are a few tips.