The GoodTherapy Blog

On doing things we don’t want to do when doing them would be good for us.   -Reed Maxwell, Ph.D., ABPP (Clinical)   One of the most common obstacles people confront in psychotherapy, ... Read More

In the age of digital platforms like OnlyFans, the concept of infidelity is evolving. As these platforms redefine sexual expression, couples are facing new challenges in setting and communicating ... Read More

Depression is a worldwide public health issue that frequently remains misdiagnosed. There are approaches to screening for depression that can lead to earlier detection and intervention. ... Read More

Most people who have attended high school can recall a friend or classmate who, once they started to date someone, would be MIA for months at a time only to return when things didn’t ... Read More

Why is change so hard? There are many fine details and complexities that contribute to each person’s unique experience in therapy, causing no two therapy sessions to look the same. However, ... Read More

Dating older women is not just a growing trend—it’s a relationship dynamic that comes with surprising psychological benefits for men. Psychologists have explored these relationships ... Read More

“Unwrapping presents of the past”  How dealing with your unresolved issues can help you with your dating life  and the  comparison Invited by social media    When my grandmother ... Read More

Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) Therapy is a top treatment for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). It helps people face their fears and feel anxiety, discomfort, and uncertainty ... Read More

“Their main sources of anxiety are feeling guilty when they displease others and the fear of being exposed as imposters. Their biggest relationship downfall is being overly self-sacrificing ... Read More

Summer is known to be a time of relaxation, vacations, and mood-lifting weather. But despite the leisurely pace of living, the season can also bring a sense of anxiety and stress, as routines ... Read More

Divorce can be a deeply challenging and emotional time for both parents and children. As a professional counselor, I understand the importance of ensuring that children feel loved, secure, ... Read More

  You may be hearing increasing mentions of spiritual intelligence in the media, not least because there is a growing body of research pointing to how we can cultivate this mindset ... Read More