Tag: therapy

How to Cope With the Holiday Blues

The holidays are usually viewed as the most wonderful time of the year, but that doesn’t feel true for everyone. December can also be a time of painful reflection, sadness, and loneliness. Even people who love the holidays can experience the blues as they’re missing loved ones, navigating family dynamics, or spreading themselves too thin. …

Five Things Your Therapist Wants You to Know Before Your First Appointment

The cold, leather couch. The judgmental replies. The half-hearted questions your therapist asks while they doodle on their notepad. You’ve probably heard these therapy stereotypes before, which makes the thought of sharing your darkest secrets with a stranger that much more daunting. The decision to seek professional counseling is rarely an easy one, especially when …