Wellness

The stories exploring self-care and mindfulness.

Two therapists and their client discuss emotional triggers in relationships.

Emotional triggers in relationships: An attachment perspective

Curious about emotional triggers in relationships? This article will cover what triggers in a relationship are and how to identify … Continued

A patient fills in the answers to questions on a PHQ assessment

PHQ assessments

The PHQ, or Patient Health Questionnaire, refers to a series of relatively quick, easy-to-administer, and psychometrically sound assessment tools. PHQ … Continued

A woman holding a fork above her plate of food contemplates how to identify eating disorders

How to identify eating disorders

Many therapists and clinicians graduate without adequate training on how to identify eating disorders in their clients.  Without specialized education … Continued

A therapist and her client discuss the various therapy interventions for depression

Therapy interventions for depression

If you’re seeking effective therapy interventions for depression and wondering how to best integrate them into your practice, this article … Continued

A hand of someone experiencing somatic therapy

What is somatic therapy?

If you’re wondering “What is somatic therapy?” or seeking to understand “What is a somatic experience like?” you’re not alone. … Continued

A therapist considers trying brainspotting therapy with her client

How Brainspotting is different from EMDR and other trauma therapies

Considering adding Brainspotting therapy to your clinical toolbox? Or, maybe you’re just curious to know what Brainspotting is and how … Continued

A female therapist wonders about the top therapeutic interventions for anxiety to use with clients

The top therapeutic interventions for anxiety

Curious about therapeutic interventions for anxiety? If you’ve noticed a general increase in clients seeking support for anxiety or anxiety-related … Continued

A gray modern couch and small side tables as well as a credenza are seen in a photograph of a modern therapy office with a gray rug as part of therapist design tips offered.

Top therapist office design tips

Therapist office design can affect your clients’ comfort level, engagement, and commitment to therapy. Your waiting room layout and office … Continued

Two female therapists meet to discuss how to find a private practice mentor

How to ask another therapist to be your mentor

Navigating a career as a therapist in private practice can be rewarding and invigorating. However, running your own private therapy … Continued

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