Imagine you suddenly had sole responsibility for two children, earned around$26,000 a year, found your friends drifting away, and continually felt judged for your parenting, no matter how well you handled it. Welcome to the life of a typical single mom. Online therapy for parentsBeing a parent is hard. Talk to an experienced, licensed Talkspace therapist today.Get started Online therapy for parentsBeing a parent is hard. Talk to an experienced, licensed Talkspace therapist today....

Why are you working in therapy/mental health? I’ve always been interested in the psychology behind people’s actions. As far back as I remember, people turned to me with their problems. Being the oldest in my family, I had to take a helping role. My interests and strengths made going into counseling and psychology a natural step for me. I also have learned a lot about myself. Being in this field has motivated me to constantly be working on myself....

Updated on 11/30/2020 Therapists, or psychotherapists, are licensed mental health professionals who specialize in helping clients develop better cognitive and emotional skills, reduce symptoms of mental illness, and cope with various life challenges to improve their lives. But that’s only the beginning of what it means to be a psychotherapist. To completely understand what a therapist does, it’s important to understand various therapeutic approaches, licensure, and titles. This article breaks down every part of what therapists are and what they do....

Why are you working in therapy/mental health? I continued my artistic path to Parsons School of Design in NYC — where I had dreams of a career as a graphic designer — but I remained interested in the idea of “art as therapeutic.” I fell in love with painting, drawing and sculpting, so I abandoned my commercial art pursuit, and completed my studies as a fine artist. After graduating with a BFA, it occurred to me that I had set myself up to live the life of a “starving artist,” something that made me a little nervous....

Of the seven therapists I have worked with over the years, I consider myself a friend to at least one of them. We met at an event outside of our sessions, we hugged, joked around and talked about our lives. She was still my therapist at that time. When she moved her practice, forcing us to end our professional relationship, we decided to keep up. I promised to update her on my career and invite her to my wedding....

There are two kinds of fear: the kind no sane person would pay for and the kind millions of people line up for. The former comes from actual threats. Imagine someone attacked you on the street or a car almost ran you over. You would experience a rush of adrenaline from the fight or flight response, a sort of high. This feeling is pleasurable for some people, but no one can savor it when they believe their life is in danger....

What makes a good therapist goes beyond the ability to make a client feel a little better. Because most forms of psychotherapy are effective, any competent andlicensed therapistcan make a small difference. A good therapist, on the other hand, can make a huge impact in a client’s life. He or she can teach clients new cognitive and emotional skills, help them overcome trauma, guide them toward better relationships and transform them into better versions of themselves....

Why are you working in therapy/mental health? I am working in mental health because I feel a deep need to help others who are seeking assistance, guidance and support. I have two personal life experiences, one from childhood and one more recent, that solidified my dedication to this special field. Growing up with a brother who has special needs, I wanted to have a voice and be an advocate for people who can’t advocate for themselves....

Updated on 8/1/2021 Some signs of a bad therapist are easy to spot. If your therapist insults or shames you, it’s time to find someone new. Others are more difficult. The therapist might encourage you to blame others or become overly defensive about a criticism. These issues may not hurt your feelings, but they hinder progress in therapy. This guide will help you spot all the signs of a bad therapist....

Updated 10/16/2024You finished chatting with your therapist and you feel bad, horrible even. It’s frustrating because therapy was supposed to make you feel better. Now you’re feeling awful, maybe worse than before you started therapy.It is actually normal to occasionally feel bad or worse after therapy, especially during the beginning of your work with a therapist. It can be a sign of progress. As counterintuitive as it may sound, feeling bad during therapy can be good....

Updated 08/17/23 There are many differenttypes of therapythat might be right for you. To make the choice manageable, we broke them down into the factors that make a “type” of psychotherapy (you can use the handy links below to jump around the guide): Whether you are an aspiring therapist planning your career path or a potential client looking for the type of therapy that best fits your preferences, considering all of these factors is crucial....

Updated on 5/17/2022 The online vs. traditional therapy debate is on! As more people try the computer and smartphone over the couch, both mental health professionals and therapy-goers are discussing the pros and cons. Online therapy is not trying to replace traditional therapy, but it is a better fit for millions of people. To decide which is best for you — whether you are a potential client or therapist — try weighing the pros and cons in the context of your life....

We all know Gene Wilder was an amazing actor who played some of the most memorable characters of our lifetime, including Willy Wonka. His passing has galvanized us to reflect on his work and honor his life. It’s also an opportunity to learn lesser-known facts about a legend. Wilder was also a mental health advocate. Through his work and charity, he left behind mental health references we can now highlight and appreciate in a new light....

Updated 9/22/2021.There are dozens of types oftherapists (or psychotherapists), each with a different method, specialty, or education. If you’re thinking about getting in-person oronline therapy, you first want to figure outwhat kind of therapist do I need?This guide offers all the information you need, so you can find the type of therapistwho’ll be best suited to your specific challenges, lifestyle, and preferences. Updated 9/22/2021. There are dozens of types oftherapists (or psychotherapists), each with a different method, specialty, or education....

Talking to a friend may be free, but only working with a therapist will give you the cognitive and emotional skills to live a happier life. When we don’t completely understandwhat psychotherapy is, it’s easy to assume it won’t be more beneficial than talking to a friend. Like a relationship with a friend, seeing a therapist involves conversing with someone, being vulnerable and maybereceiving advice. These aspects of therapy are, however, only a small part of the experience....