Mental Health Blog
Clients often call asking to make a “new patient appointment,” though I never use the term "patient" when talking about the individuals who work with me. Let’s talk about the impact of words on the therapeutic relationship and how that relationship manifests in my own practice.
What I Wish People Knew About Therapy
Matthew Breuer, Associate MFT 98882 on Jun 01, 2018 in Treatment Orientation
All too often a client thinks the therapist is going to do all the work. After all, you’re paying them, why should you have to put in any labor?
Accept Negative Thoughts and Emotions – Ick!
Dr. Kevin Hyde, Psy.D. on May 28, 2018 in Mood and Feelings
Dr. Kevin Hyde explores the power of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) while also sharing his personal experience with it in grad school.
It can seem puzzling to figure out whether couples counseling is called for, or how to even make such a decision. So I’ll let you in on a little secret that should make this much easier for you.
How to Take Care of Yourself in the Face of White Supremacist Terror
Jennifer Vera, MFT on Apr 30, 2018
I have found myself continually returning to the theme of self-care: how do we take care of ourselves and others in the face of violence and oppression? How do we find the line between complicity and avoidance, and self-preservation?