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6 Therapist Phrases That Are Hard to Hear (But Helpful)

Questions and reminders that may frustrate us, but can also lead to growth. (Marina Harris Ph.D., 2021) KEY POINTS Frustrating moments in therapy can happen when a therapist will not tell you what to do or when they encourage you to face difficult emotions.Statements like “And how’s that working for you?” or “You only fail […]

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How to Choose a Therapist

Having taught many cohorts of psychologists and psychiatrists how to do psychotherapy, I am well-versed in a range of therapy models—and therefore do not impose them on my patients. Beware of therapists who are too identified with a particular therapy “brand.” They have already decided how to treat you before they have met you, let […]

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