Depression
Recognizing the Signs of High Functioning Depression
By: Madison Weber MHC-LP High-functioning depression is a term often used to describe individuals who appear to have it all together on the surface but
Category: Depression
Depression
Navigating the Depths: Finding Motivation Amidst Depression
Unlock motivation amidst depression. From manageable steps to therapy, empower yourself with strategies for resilience and emotional wellness
Anxiety
What Is Your Therapist Listening For?
Advice is cheap. Advice puts the onus on the listener and not the speaker. Advice is often a quick fix—a mere Band-Aid on a wound
Why Being Kind To Yourself After Failure Is So Important
As young children, we innately think we’re the best, most deserving, wildly captivating humans on the planet! When do we stop becoming our own biggest fans?
Creative and Performing Artists
Music as Medicine: 3 Ways Your Favorite Tunes Improve Your Well-Being
She was frustrated by her immobility and chronic pain. In her mind, she felt like she could simply stand up and walk wherever she wanted.
What Story Are You Telling Yourself?
We all have a victim story. Blame can be laid upon not only strangers, but frequently upon parents, partners, friends, teachers, coworkers, neighbors, and even the government for whatever situation brings discomfort.
As a therapist, many of the people I sit with have a story to tell. Often that story boils down to being victimized in some way.
Thinking About Taking Antidepressants? 5 Tips You Should Know
If I had a nickel for every time someone struggling with depression told me they don’t “believe” in antidepressants… Let’s face it. Even with all
Is It Winter Blues or Major Depression?
Originally published on December 19, 2016 • By Alena Gerst, LCSW, RYT, Topic Expert for GoodTherapy.org All people, at some point, experience one or more
4 Myths About Psychotherapy You Should Know Before You Go
Originally published on July 6, 2016 • By Alena Gerst, LCSW, RYT, GoodTherapy.org Topic Expert Contributor For many people, going to therapy is a hot-button
Being Content With Intent
This book, which had felt so spacious as a place for me to come and rest, was closing in on me. It was becoming a roiling frenzy, consuming my downtime and my thoughts, permeating my dreams when I slept.
