Moving beyond the 'fix it' mentality to uncover true well-being & emotional resilience So often when we reach out for help with our life and our feelings, we are focused…
Viewing all articlesThe Current
The Power of 1 Percent: A Strategic Guide to Atomic Habits and Personal Growth
James Clear’s book, Atomic Habits, is a practical guide to building good habits and breaking bad ones. An “atomic” habit refers to a small change or a 1 percent improvement.…
What Is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)?
We know that shifting our thoughts and an empathetic presence are powerful sources of healing. But what if another tool to heal ourselves lies in the simple act of acceptance:…
5 Benefits of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy? Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured and goal-oriented form of psychotherapy that was developed in the 1960s by Dr. Aaron Beck. It involves identifying…
How to Be a Compassionate Communicator
“It was one of those horrible, out-of-control conversations that goes nowhere fast.” Her eyes filled with tears as she described her frustration. “I’m trying to tell James that I really…
The Beginning of Therapy: What To Expect
As a new therapy client, you’ll no doubt have many questions about the beginning of therapy. What will you be expected to talk about, and what kinds of questions will…
What is Shadow Work? Getting to Know Our Hidden Self
What is shadow work? We all have traits that we like about ourselves, that we’re proud of. We also all have aspects of ourselves that we’d rather not have, traits…