Fear is the secret name of Life.It is the hidden pulse beneath flesh and stone,the silent cry at the root of all becoming. Darkness is the mother of light.From her unseen womb,the stars are kindled,and the eyes of living things awaken. That which strikes terror into the marrow of our bonesis but the mirror of … Continue reading The Song of Fear and Flame
The above PDF provides valuable new insights into supporting individuals with mental health addictions and serves as a practical guide for therapists. It introduces innovative strategies rooted in cognitive therapy and the TEAM-CBT framework, offering techniques to address habits and addictive behaviors effectively. Whether you're exploring ways to melt resistance, challenge cognitive distortions, or empower … Continue reading Cognitive Therapy for Addictions and Habits
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
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, fellow seeker of mental wellness! Grab a cup of coffee (or herbal tea if that’s your thing) and let’s chat about something that might sound boring at first but is actually life-changing—testing in therapy. Now, before you roll your eyes and mutter, “What is this, therapy or algebra class?” let me explain. Testing … Continue reading Why I Test My Therapy Sessions (And Why You Should Work with a Therapist Who Does Too!)
That is right. We will tackle this monster today. Nah, let's just do it tomorrow. Wait, what? Isn't this an article on dealing with procrastination. Yes, it is but I don't feel like dealing with it today. Yes, amigos and hombres, this is what we run into every time, we try and do something important … Continue reading Anti-Procrastination Protocols
