The GoodTherapy Blog

From: Michelle Ilyayev, LMHC  Whether you’re frustrated by a coworker, friend, or family member, narcissism is often thrown around as an explanation. But it can do more harm than ... Read More

By Kimberly Meere, LCSW Social media has influenced just about everything in our lives.  Business, politics, and even our relationships. Whether you scroll and post regularly or just ... Read More

Mental health is an integral aspect of our overall well-being. As humans, we all go through various emotional, psychological, and social challenges that can sometimes be overwhelming. Seeking ... Read More

I have anxiety, chronic depression, and excoriation disorder – I’m also a master’s level psychotherapist with my own private practice. My life story and diagnosed mental disorders ... Read More

Love is an illusion in the sense that it seems like something we give and receive. It seems like something we need to survive. And in some ways, it is. Where Love Starts We need love in ... Read More

Choosing the Right Therapist is Important. By Dr. Denise Renye MED, MA, PSYD With so many therapists in the world, how do you know which one is right for you? After all, you’ll be sharing ... Read More

It started with a therapy student. I was feeling energized while in a mentoring session with a graduate student at my alma mater. She expressed her ambition to eventually find herself as ... Read More

Are emotional manipulations a form of emotional abuse? Understanding the nature and effects of emotional stonewalling in close relationships is key to understanding its implications. In ... Read More

When life throws you difficult or distressing situations, it can be hard to know how to navigate them. Let’s look at coping skills for your daily life. One of our most powerful coping ... Read More

Inflation is when prices go up. When inflation goes up, it can make it more stressful for you to afford the basics like food, housing, and healthcare. According to results from the American ... Read More

Compulsive lying is a condition in which an individual chronically lies without any obvious benefit or gain. It can be difficult to tell the difference between compulsive from pathological ... Read More

Gaslighting emotional abuse in which an abuser manipulates the victim into believing their thoughts, feelings, and perceptions are invalid. This manipulation leads to a deep mistrust, lowered ... Read More