Exploring the power of person-centered therapy by Kate Hanselman, PMHNP-BC | Oct 13, 2023 | Beginning Therapy, Mental Health Topics Person-centered therapy (PCT) is a powerful approach to counseling and psychotherapy that centers on the individual, creating a safe and empathetic environment where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. At the heart of person-centered therapy lies the belief that each person has the capacity for self-discovery and personal…
Understanding stress and effective management by Evan Csir, LPC | Sep 2, 2023 | Beginning Therapy, Mental Health Topics, Stress Stress is a daily part of life, for better or for worse. We all face challenges in our daily lives from figuring out how we get to our favorite coffee shop to completing daily tasks and maintaining our home. How we manage our stress levels can impact our relationships, the…
What is emotionally focused therapy? How and why it works by Christine Ridley, LCSW | Aug 17, 2023 | Beginning Therapy, Mental Health Topics One of the hardest parts of therapy can be reckoning with our emotions. Emotions affect all of us, but sometimes focusing on the ones that feel good can cause us to avoid the ones that feel worse. However, though not all emotions feel good at first, it can help to…
Do I need therapy? Signs you should start and the benefits of Thriveworks counseling services by Laura Harris, LCMHC | Aug 10, 2023 | Beginning Therapy, Mental Health Topics, Self-Improvement Psychotherapy — or, as it is more commonly known, just therapy — is a powerful tool used by millions of people each year. In the right circumstances, therapy and professional counseling offer a safe and comfortable space to share your thoughts and feelings and acquire skills to help you deal…
Solution-focused brief therapy: Techniques & benefits by Alexandra Cromer, LPC | Jun 20, 2023 | Beginning Therapy, Mental Health Topics Mental health professionals are always looking to use the most successful techniques—and deciding which method or approach to use is highly dependent on the individual’s needs and wants. One of the most successful and broadly-used methods in contemporary practice is known as solution-focused brief therapy. Solution-focused brief therapy offers a…
Psychotherapy vs. therapy: What’s the difference? by Laura Harris, LCMHC | Apr 3, 2023 | Beginning Therapy, Mental Health Topics Therapy is an important resource that helps people from all walks of life. With all of the terms and types of therapy out there, it can be hard to discern which one might be best for you. Luckily, we’re here to help take some of the mystery out of things…
DBT vs. CBT: How do they work, and is one more effective than the other? by Laura Harris, LCMHC | Mar 24, 2023 | Beginning Therapy, Mental Health Topics Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) are two of the most commonly used approaches in psychotherapy, also known as talk therapy. They both focus on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and how they are intertwined. However, each technique has slightly different focuses, and therefore different…
How to start therapy: Tips on where to start, what you need, and how to find the right therapist for you by Laura Harris, LCMHC | Mar 17, 2023 | Beginning Therapy, Mental Health Topics The decision to go to therapy can be a difficult one, but starting therapy with the right mental health professional is one of the best ways to improve your mental health. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, trauma, borderline personality disorder, feeling overwhelmed, or are unsure of what…
Adult ADHD treatment: Medication, therapy options, lifestyle adjustments, and dietary changes by Jason Crosby | Nov 17, 2022 | ADHD, Beginning Therapy, Medication, Mental Health Topics People of all ages can have ADHD, but specific treatment options apply to each age group. For adults, the medications, therapies, and lifestyle adjustments will be different than for adolescents or children. Like other mental health conditions, treatment options will be adapted to fit the needs of the individual. Some…
In-person counseling vs. online counseling: What’s the difference? Which is right for me? by Taylor Bennett | Sep 26, 2022 | Beginning Therapy, Mental Health Topics Maybe you’re going through a really rough breakup. Or you’ve just moved to a new city and you’re feeling extremely lonely. Or nothing out of the ordinary has happened, but you aren’t all that happy, and you want to do something about it. In all these circumstances, a viable solution…
Diversity and representation in counseling: Improving access to mental health care with a diverse clinical team by Taylor Bennett | May 6, 2022 | Beginning Therapy, Mental Health Topics, Race & Identity Think back to a time when you were “online shopping” for a new health care provider — be it a counselor, a primary care doctor, or a specialist. What did you look for? Who did you gravitate toward? Who did you trust? You likely perused their education, years of experience,…
Virtual reality therapy: Could mental health ‘avatars’ be the future of telehealth services? by Jason Crosby | Apr 21, 2022 | Beginning Therapy, Mental Health Topics Virtual reality has been the brainchild of science fiction for decades, and it seems as though it’s finally arrived. Projects such as the metaverse have stoked excitement, confusion, and even fear. We’ve never lived in a virtual world before, but the technology to make it happen is already in the…