On Choosing a Therapist pt. 2
Here’s a helpful glossary of acronyms and abbreviations you might find on your therapist’s bio. With that, it may also be helpful to highlight a brief definition of theoretical approaches. Though many counselors operate from a single theory, most are able … Read more
On Choosing a Therapist
Some of the most confusing parts of choosing a therapist is decoding the jumble of letters after their name and assessing the significance of their chosen approaches. How do you know if you need an LMHC, Psy D, LCSW or … Read more
Anxiety as a somatic experience
I grew up with a lot (!!!) of anxiety. Little bursts of anxiety on the bus on the way to school. Shut down reactions in seemingly mundane social interactions. I am aware of some of the reasons — my very … Read more
How Does Therapy Work? Pt. 2
Aaron has already provided an excellent summary of why therapy works, but it’s interesting to ponder exactly what makes the clinical setting of a trained therapist and an anonymous client so special. Don’t empathetic friends, wise parents or experienced clergy … Read more
Therapy, challenges to therapy, human connection and vulnerability.
There are a few pieces of therapy that are inescapable — very very few people will go to therapy when things are going well, when they are high functioning and overall enjoying life (like “maintenance,” or “a check up” type … Read more
Spiritual Abuse
Portland is considered one of the most post-Christian cities in the United States, which is one of the reasons it has been such a draw for younger people seeking to escape religious environments they’ve perceived as oppressive and toxic. But … Read more
Book / video recommendations for the moment
There are many excellent books on mental health that can help you gain a better understanding of mental health, treatment options, and strategies for managing your own mental health. I sometimes find that I loan books out and never see … Read more
How does therapy work? The basics.
Therapy is a type of treatment that involves talking to a trained professional in order to improve mental health and well-being. There are different types of therapy, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, and family therapy, among others. However, most … Read more
Podcast: Avatar Review
What happens when two counselors watch Avatar together? My friend Rhys, who is both a great friend and a very talented counselor, invited me to speak on his podcast about Avatar: The Way of Water. The movie is full of … Read more
What is Neurodiversity? (Jo Pedro-Frye)
One of our clinicians, Jo Pedro-Frye, has extensive experience working with clients (and their families) who may identify “neurodivergent.” Here, she does an excellent job breaking down the basics of what neurodiversity means, and some of the common traits of … Read more
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