Note to Reader:To some of the visual and cognitive apparati who may be reading the words of this article, the following idea may strike as completely revolutionary while to others, it may be obvious and boring. However, regardless, of which camp you fall into, I wanted to ask you, actually tell you, and this is … Continue reading Mindscapes in Motion: Navigating the Ever-Changing Terrain of Mental Health
Hello, dear reader! Grab your favorite beverage—tea, coffee, or whatever you’ve convinced yourself is your "calming ritual"—because today, we’re diving headfirst into the murky waters of sadness, depression, and the occasional awkward hug from life’s emotional rollercoaster. Spoiler alert: You’re allowed to feel sad. You’re even allowed to feel miserable—two days a week, max. (Yes, … Continue reading Sadness vs. Depression: Are We Supposed to Be Happy All the Time?
Note to Reader: To some, the idea I’m about to propose might sound revolutionary. To others, it could seem as obvious as the nose on your face—or the existential dread behind your eyes. Either way, here it is: Mental health is not a destination. Well, it sort of is, but not really. Before you roll … Continue reading Mental Health: Journey or Destination
Ever felt like you’re paddling upstream in therapy, trying to change but feeling stuck? That’s where TEAM-CBT’s Paradoxical Agenda Setting (PAS) swoops in like a superhero in a therapist’s cape! Developed by the brilliant Dr. David Burns, the TEAM-CBT model transforms the traditional therapy narrative, giving resistance a seat at the table—and then politely showing … Continue reading The Magic of Paradoxical Agenda Setting: A Journey into TEAM-CBT
Hi there, dear reader (and maybe future therapy enthusiast?). Let’s talk about something most therapists tiptoe around like a cat avoiding a bath: resistance. That’s right—resistance. It’s the part of you that’s clinging to the couch, arms crossed, going, “Change? Nope. Not today, buddy.” I’m a TEAM-CBT therapist, and let me tell you, we don’t … Continue reading Why Your Resistance is Futile… But Also Kind of Awesome
Hey there, friend! Let’s talk about something that might just revolutionize the way you connect with others—whether it’s your grumpy teenager, your chatty coworker, or your impossible-to-please mother-in-law. I’m talking about The Five Secrets of Effective Communication. These aren’t just tools I use in therapy sessions; they’re the Swiss Army knife of human interaction, and … Continue reading How the Five Secrets of Effective Communication Changed My Life (and My Therapy Game)
