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How Do I Cope with Being the Least Favorite Child?
Dear GoodTherapy.org, My parents have three children, and I’m the least favorite. They’ve never said it in those exact words, but it’s obvious in the way they act. My two younger ... Read More
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Differentiation and Merging: Bridging the Chasm Between Me and We
“NO, that’s NOT what I mean.” “How could you say that?” “I wasn’t finished. Where are you going?” At first glance, sudden and intense misattunement between partners may ... Read More
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How to Refer Someone to Therapy (and How Not To)
The decision to initiate any interpersonal relationship is anxiety-provoking, and the decision to talk with a therapist might be uniquely so. When we decide to meet with a therapist, we ... Read More
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#MeToo and You: Becoming Power Positive
How is the #MeToo movement and the issues it brings up affecting you personally and professionally? Every year in Boulder, Colorado, there is an impressive Conference on World Affairs (CWA). ... Read More
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How Naming the Emotions That Emerge in Our Dreams Helps Us Heal
One of the least talked-about aspects of dreaming is emotions. These strange creatures have stirred up many a restless night in the form of fear, anger, or despair. They take many shapes ... Read More
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Somatic Mindfulness: What Is My Body Telling Me? (And Should I Listen?)
“Mindfulness” is a popular buzzword in therapy and personal-growth circles. Mindful.org defines mindfulness as “the basic human ability to be fully present, aware of where we are ... Read More
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Why Communication Skills Are Not Enough to Deepen Your Relationship
As a clinician who enjoys working with couples, there’s a sweet satisfaction that comes from hearing partners, possibly for the first time, communicate with openness, vulnerability, ... Read More
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How Do I Fix Trust Issues After Being Caught Cheating?
Dear GoodTherapy.org, I cheated on my girlfriend. Yes, I’m a cheater and I’ll never live it down. I don’t deserve forgiveness. I don’t deserve her, period! I made the biggest mistake ... Read More
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Study: Regret About One’s Ideal Self Often Hurts the Most
Regret can be painful, even debilitating. People plagued by regret may feel guilt or shame about what could have been. They can even develop symptoms of depression or anxiety. Yet regret ... Read More
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Are You Truly ‘Too Busy’ for Therapy? Or Avoiding the Commitment?
National Mental Health Awareness Month may have passed, but the time is always right to talk about committing to therapy. Most of us are probably aware of the benefits of therapy. Though ... Read More
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Water Is Water: Can New Rules of Engagement Help Your Relationship?
Water is water. Are you thinking, “Of course water is water. What else would it be?” Perfect. If you’re thinking that, you’re already on the right track to understanding ... Read More
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Dialectical Dilemmas and How ACT Models Can Help Guide Treatment
Editor’s note: Gregory Holich, MS, LPC is the dialectical behavior therapy program coordinator for Timberline Knolls Residential Treatment Center in Lemont, Illinois. His continuing education ... Read More
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How Do I Feel Like a ‘Real’ Bisexual?
Dear GoodTherapy.org, I’m bisexual. I had a bunch of boyfriends in middle school. My parents joked I was “boy crazy.” But in high school, I started ... Read More
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Research Shows Anxiety-Induced Seizures Can Resemble Epilepsy
Although epilepsy is one of the most common causes of seizures, it’s not the only cause. Extreme emotional states can give rise to seizures. Psychogenic ... Read More
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Vitamin D Deficiency May Increase Risk of Schizophrenia
It’s impossible to neatly separate mental health from physical wellness. Previous research has uncovered myriad connections between health choices ... Read More
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Dog Behaving Badly? It Could Be Jealousy
Anyone who’s ever been endlessly pawed by a dog who’s not getting what it wants knows that dogs experience a range of emotions. Science sometimes ... Read More
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OkCupid Conducts Experiment on Users, and Other News
In the wake of a backlash against Facebook’s recently revealed experiment on users, popular dating site OkCupid has released the results of its own ... Read More