The GoodTherapy Blog

Breakups are often difficult, and most of us dread them. Navigating through a breakup can be challenging in a number of ways, especially when it is particularly long, drawn-out, or otherwise ... Read More

My therapy practice is in Fairfax County, one of the wealthiest counties, with some of the best schools, in the nation. It is diverse and densely populated with well-educated residents ... Read More

When working with couples, the first thing I assess is their communication, as this is usually a defining reason why they have walked into my office. Without clear boundaries and guidelines ... Read More

Spoiler alert: The following article contains plot details and other information from the movie Get Out. Like many Americans, I went to see the movie Get Out when it was released at the ... Read More

Labeling pathology in another person is easy. One teacher of mine said it’s like “shooting fish in a barrel.” Think of any person you know and, unless you’ve totally idealized them, ... Read More

The idea of seeking therapy after experiencing a traumatic event can be daunting. For some people, it can be almost as frightening as the trauma itself. Whether the traumatic event (or ... Read More

It is a common belief divorce will not be nearly as traumatic for adult children as it often is for young children. That is a myth. Although it may look and feel different, adult children ... Read More

One of the main reasons people seek therapy is for help with intimate and close relationships. And while couples counseling tends to be viewed as something for only relationships in crisis, ... Read More

With the growth of social media and the constant connection through smartphones, our personal and work lives are blending more than ever. We connect with people on LinkedIn, Instagram, ... Read More

Our vehicle side-view mirrors warn us “objects in the mirror may be closer than they appear,” and I’ve found a similar distortion tends to occur in dating. Often in a new relationship, ... Read More

Many of the people I see in my practice have come to consult with me about an issue they have with their sexual behaviors. A number of them are seeking help after violating a spousal or ... Read More

Goodbyes suck. They really do. They’re often uncomfortable. They’re also inevitable. Goodbye experiences are as final as a death and as common as leaving the embrace of your partner ... Read More