Why and How to Listen to Your Body
“The body has its own non-conceptual intelligence, so often overlooked or devalued in the face of conceptual intelligence.…
How to Establish and Sustain Healthy Boundaries
In a rapidly changing world, personal boundaries are your anchor, providing safety and self-assurance in the midst of chaos. They are your allies, clarifying your desires and limits, and empowering you to confidently navigate life's challenges. Understanding the two facets of boundaries – protective and containing – is the first step towards achieving balance and harmony in your relationships and within yourself.
6 Strategies for Preventing Separation in Relationships
In our days, separation has become the ultimate solution to relationship problems. Yet, when separation is looming, can it be prevented by a joint effort?
Somatic Healing: From Feeling Fixed to Fluid
I take a moment, close my eyes, and breathe it all in. Perhaps I even find a little movement that syncs with my thoughts.
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.
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 Psychedelic Renaissance
During the last 20 years, psychedelic research has undergone a renaissance. For the fifth episode of the It's Complicated podcast, Reece Cox speaks to Gestalt therapist Mikko Karhulahti about the implications of this psychedelic wave of especially psilocybin- and MDMA-assisted therapy. Here is the transcript.
Friendship and Therapy
Throughout my time as a therapist, I've had one main objection against therapy. It's an objection that can best be understood – and potentially solved – through the lens of friendship and witnessing.
