Can The Brain Be Stretched?
We explore neuroplasticity, a remarkable phenomenon that allows us to transform our habits into permanent behaviours.
The Three Pillars of Change
During a recent job interview, I was asked about what makes therapy successful. These insights are valuable tools to navigate life's challenges. The three pillars of change - awareness, acknowledgment, and integration - provide a transformative foundation for personal growth.
5 Types of Relationships
Understanding the different types of relationships - egoistic, self-sacrificing, miserable, trans-actional, and cooperative - helps us navigate our connections.
How Capitalism Affects Our Mental Health
Many people unknowingly live with stressful beliefs and suffer the consequences. Internalized capitalism leads to guilt during breaks and downtime, as well as the persistent feeling that we are inadequate.
Understanding Transference in Therapy: Building Bridges to Healing
Transference refers to the transfer of feelings, emotions, and experiences from one person to another, typically from a client to their therapist. In this blog post, we will explore the concept of transference in therapy, its significance, and how it can impact the therapeutic relationship.
Common Barriers to Seeking Therapy
There are many reasons why people avoid seeking therapy and begin their healing journey. Even though therapy is intended to be a safe and confidential space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings - without fear of judgment, starting the process can feel scary for a number of reasons.
So, It’s Your First Therapy Session? Lucky You!
Beginning therapy is a courageous and important step toward improving your mental health and well-being. Here are some things to consider as you start your therapy journey.
Bruxism and Its Psychological Implications
The therapists listed on It's Complicated are trained in many different modalities and have experience with all sorts of conditions. One of the lesser known specialties is bruxism, or what is commonly referred to as teeth grinding or clenching, which clinical psychologist Dr. Damla Yildirim has written an informative article about.
What is Hypnosystemic and Embodiment Psychology?
In this article, hypnosystemic and embodiment psychologist, Benedikt Schmidt, delves into his approach to therapy – one which is holistic, directly somatic and meaning-making
The Worrying Effects of Worry
A number of years ago, I attended a family gathering in which I ended up having a discussion with a mother about worry. She asked me how she could stop being a “Worrier”, and we discussed in detail all of her worries and the impact it was having on her.
