Anger is one of the most misunderstood emotions that clients bring into the therapy room. While it is a natural human response to perceived threats or injustice, it can become destructive when it shows up too often, too intensely, or…
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Understanding Depression as a Therapist Depression is not just sadness—it is a complex mental health condition that can deeply affect a client’s thoughts, emotions, and daily life. For therapists, it is important to recognize that recovery is often a long…
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When Miriam first noticed changes in herself, she thought it was just fatigue. She had been working hard, and life was busy. But weeks passed, and the heaviness didn’t go away. She no longer enjoyed meeting her friends, her favorite…
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At the core of Person-Centered Theory are three key conditions that Rogers argued are essential for healthy psychological development and effective therapy: Rogers believed that when these conditions are present in a therapeutic relationship, clients feel safe enough to explore…
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When a friend tells you, “You’re toxic,” it can feel like a slap in the face. For many people, that word sounds harsh and final, as if it means you’re a bad person. But in truth, being called toxic doesn’t…
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When a teenager refuses to go to school and begins experimenting with drugs, it can leave a parent feeling anxious, angry, and helpless all at once. As a counselor, I want to reassure you that you are not alone, and…
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Many people in their late fifties or early sixties find themselves asking, “Is this it?” The kids may be grown, a career may be winding down, and retirement is on the horizon. Without the constant push of work deadlines and…
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Many adults silently carry a painful truth that shaped their entire childhood: “I was afraid of my father.” These words reflect more than just strict discipline. They reveal years of fear, confusion, and deep emotional wounds caused by a parent…
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Trauma doesn’t just live in the past—it lingers in the mind, body, and nervous system. Even years after a traumatic event, you might find yourself reacting to everyday experiences as if the danger were still present. If you’ve ever felt…
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Growing up with a parent who was narcissistic — whether through manipulation, control, criticism, or cold silence — leaves deep marks that don’t fade just because childhood ends. Many young men and women carry a hidden ache well into adulthood:…
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