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Working Through Grief When a Beloved Pet Dies
In January, I lost my best and dearest friend—my dog, Paco. Even though he was almost 15 years old, it was one of the most painful experiences of my life. In fact, it was so painful I ... Read More
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The Anger Cycle: Coping with Anger—and Its Impact—in Relationships
Editor’s note: The following article refers to instances of anger in relationships that do not escalate into any kind of abuse, either physical or emotional. Articles discussing ... Read More
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Shedding Light on Blind Spots: Secrets to Improving Your Marriage
Shedding light on blind spots can make the difference in whether a marriage thrives. We all have blind spots. Discovering and understanding what yours may be can have a lasting impact on ... Read More
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Can Help Parents of Autistic Children
Parents of autistic children often participate in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to address emotional and behavioral concerns in their children. According to a study published in the ... Read More
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Why Self-Regulation Is the Most Important Thing in the World
As a therapist who specializes in treating complex posttraumatic stress, I am often asked whether my practice is “depressing,” or whether it brings me down. It’s an obvious question: ... Read More
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Help! My Partner Insists on Checking My Phone Messages
Dear GoodTherapy.org, I have been with my boyfriend for going on three years. A couple of months ago, he said he thought it would be “healthy” for us to be able to have access ... Read More
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Trust in Therapy: Examining and Addressing Feelings of Shame
Have you ever felt shame while talking to your therapist? Have they ever said or did something that triggered this feeling? I’m hoping your therapist has never intentionally instigated ... Read More
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Countering the Abuse of Power to Prevent and Repair Harm
When I was a child in the 1950s, my father talked about power, using the old fable about the relative power of the wind and the sun. In the story, Wind and Sun had a contest to see who ... Read More
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How to Keep Passion Alive in a Long-Term Relationship
Sexuality is a crucial energizing force in the lives of human beings. At its best, sex in an intimate relationship is an expression of the emotional bond between two people. It is best ... Read More
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The Discomfort of Not Knowing: How to Live with Unanswered Questions
Unanswered questions exist in everyone’s lives, and looming unanswered questions are part of what brings many of us to therapy: Should I leave or stay? Is this right for me? Why do I ... Read More
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Is It Abuse When My Partner Calls Me Names?
Dear GoodTherapy.org, I don’t think my relationship with my boyfriend is that bad, but some of my friends beg to differ. Mainly, they are concerned about some of the language he uses ... Read More
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Why Medication Alone Isn’t Enough to Treat Your Anxiety
Medication can be an effective tool in treating anxiety symptoms. In some cases, for some people, one small pill can lead to a great deal of relief. Especially for people who feel too ... Read More