Am I Too Agreeable? An Introduction to People-Pleasing
By Eric Dean JD MBA MA MA LPC CADC Being agreeable is generally considered a positive trait. However, it can get to a point when agreeableness becomes people-pleasing and starts to have negative consequences on our lives. This post will define “people-pleasing” and identify common signs of this behavior. According to Merriam-Webster Dictionary, a people-pleaser…
Read MoreShould I Get Psychological Testing?
Psychological testing can provide valuable insight into your mental health, and its benefits can support your next steps with greater direction. Many people feel unsure about the testing process and wonder if it fits their needs. This guide walks through what psychological testing includes and how it differs from shorter assessments. What Psychological Testing Includes…
Read MoreShould I Invite a Loved One to My Therapy?
Amanda Ann Gregory, LCPC, EMDR Certified Are you participating in individual therapy and are considering inviting a family member, friend, or romantic partner to your therapy session(s)? Are you wondering whether this is a good idea? I’ve discussed this decision with many of my clients. At times, my clients will determine that it’s a good…
Read MoreHow Can I Teach My Child Life Skills in a Fun Way?
By Karin Luk, LGSW Teaching children can be tricky. You know there are so many things you want your child to know like the importance of listening or being patient with others but HOW to teach these skills is a struggle. Play is an important part of every child’s development and it happens to be…
Read MoreHow Can a Therapist Help Me Overcome a Phobia?
By: Danielle Bertini, LCPC There aren’t many people I know who love spiders, let’s be honest. But what happens when that fear is so strong that it causes symptoms like hyperventilating, nausea, an overwhelming sense of doom, and dizziness? These are some common symptoms of a phobia. Phobias affect 9.1% of Americans, from fear of…
Read MoreGrief vs. Mourning: What’s the Difference?
As I reflect on my experience with grief after losing my mother suddenly in August 2021, my thoughts were: was she in pain; did I help her to feel comfortable; was she aware of my presence. Grief and mourning are natural parts of healing after the loss of a loved one or friend. While grief…
Read MoreHow Can a Therapy Consultation Be Helpful for You?
By: Zana Van Der Smissen Hello, and welcome back to another blog! Today, I am going to be talking through therapy consultations before going into intake sessions and how they can be useful in learning if the therapist you are talking to is a good fit for you and your needs. Firstly, what is a…
Read More5 Things Dating and Engaged Couples Can Gain from Couples Therapy
I want to introduce a few facts regarding relationships, which may help you see how couples counseling can be an important resource for dating and engaged couples. 71% of singles say they’re more interested in long-term relationships now than they were before the pandemic 22% of you “aren’t sure” about monogamy, and… 18% of you…
Read MoreHow Does Social Comparison Affect You?
By: Bridgette W. Gottwald, LPC, NCC Social comparison — it’s a “pervasive social phenomenon.” Not only do we utilize comparison to judge the standing or ranking of ourselves and others, but we also use it to evaluate current and past outcomes, as well as future prospective outcomes. According to Brene Brown, this means that “significant…
Read MoreWhat Are the Benefits of a Healthy Marriage?
By Plascilla Foster, LPC, NCC You are in a long-term relationship, and you have been with your partner for some time. You are single and dating. You could be a divorcee or a widower. In all of these different scenarios you may have asked yourself the question, “Should I get married?” For some individuals, it…
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