Wellness

The stories exploring self-care and mindfulness.

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Private Practice Lessons Learned From 15 Years Coaching Therapists

For over 15 years, I’ve been working with and coaching therapists in private practice. And I’ve seen it all. I … Continued

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A Guide to the Internal Family Systems Model

The internal family systems model is a therapeutic modality used to help clients identify the root causes of their emotional … Continued

Olivia Pennelle, MSW, CSWA

A therapist clutches her head, as she struggles with sacrificial helping syndrome

Therapists and Sacrificial Helping Syndrome

Most of us became therapists because we want to help people. Perhaps we’ve entered this profession because something traumatic or … Continued

Katie Vernoy, LMFT

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Setting Healthy Boundaries as a Therapist

I can’t imagine I’m the only therapist or mental health clinician who has let a boundary slip. In the interest … Continued

Elizabeth Scarlett, MA, RP

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The Benefits of Embracing Mindfulness in Private Practice

Wondering about the use of mindfulness in private practice? You’re in the right place. Many people have an incomplete picture … Continued

Jess Barron, Editor-in-Chief

How to Support Your Clients in Practicing Mindfulness

If you’re a therapist wondering how to support your clients in practicing mindfulness, read on. As a counselor who regularly … Continued

Molly E. Schoberg, MS, EdS, LMHC

A couple sits in front of their therapist. The man speaks and gesticulates as the woman practices active listening, a couples therapy exercise that is helpful both in and out of session.

Couples Therapy Exercises

Looking for couples therapy exercises to use with clients? This article provides an overview of couples therapy, couples therapy questions … Continued

Olivia Pennelle, MSW, CSWA

A couple in an embrace practices closeness and intimacy, key factors to making relationships last. One partner kisses the other on the forehead while she holds his neck.

4 Signs of a Lasting Relationship

There are certain signs that indicate which relationships last. These markers can help steer the course of romantic relationships in … Continued

Barbara Field, Pollen Author

Bipolar Psychosis

Bipolar psychosis, or bipolar with psychotic features, is common among those diagnosed with bipolar disorder, which is why it’s crucial … Continued

Bruce Bassi, MD

A client doomscrolls on social media on their smartphone. This client has reported that social media has had adverse effects to their mental health. Read more to learn about the relationship between mental health and social media.

How to Talk About Social Media and Mental Health

Most therapists intuitively understand the negative link between social media use and mental health—perhaps personally, as well as professionally. Personally, … Continued

Annabel (AB) McSpadden, LMHCA

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