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Psychedelic therapy and racial trauma: Offering clients a deeper experience of healing
March 11, 2025 | Published by Psychotherapy Networker
Can psychedelic therapy offer a faster, deeper way to heal the intergenerational effects of racial injustice?
Psychedelic therapy: How it works, benefits, dangers
March 11, 2025 | Written by therapist.com team
Psychedelics like LSD, ecstasy, and even magic mushrooms have been shown to offer some mental health benefits. However, unsupervised use poses real dangers.
Why you and your teenager both need a therapist
March 11, 2025 | Written by Amye Archer, MFA | Featuring Julie Lythcott-Haims and Lisa Savage, LCSW
It’s crucial to support your teen’s mental health—but don’t forget yours. Helping them look for a therapist is a great chance to find one for yourself.
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
March 11, 2025 | Written by therapist.com team
ADHD is a disorder characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and/or impulsiveness. Find out more about symptoms, types, and treatment options.
Empathy: Definition, types, and examples
March 11, 2025 | Written by therapist.com team
Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of others. Learn the different types and how mental health conditions may affect it.
Breadcrumbing: Meaning, examples, and impact
March 11, 2025 | Written by therapist.com team
Breadcrumbing involves giving someone just enough attention to keep them interested without intending to pursue a serious relationship.
7 steps to end chronic dieting
February 19, 2025 | Written by Judith Matz, LCSW
To escape the chronic dieting cycle, first learn the way it works. Judith Matz, LCSW, explains food deprivation and how to start nourishing yourself again.
Gender identity and mental health
February 18, 2025 | Written by therapist.com team
Gender identity is complex and personal. Learn about common gender terms, systemic challenges, and how to find affirming support.
Hyperfocus: Meaning, examples, and how to manage
February 17, 2025 | Written by therapist.com team
Hyperfocus is an intense, single-minded concentration on one task or activity. Find out what it looks like and how to manage it.
What is life coaching? How it differs from therapy
February 17, 2025 | Written by therapist.com team
Life coaches help clients work towards personal goals to improve their overall well-being and success in life. Find out how it compares to therapy.
Existential dread: Signs, causes, impacts, and how to cope
February 7, 2025 | Written by therapist.com team
Existential dread is anxiety related to themes like the meaning of life, death's inevitability, or the burden that comes with choice.
Stress management: How to relieve stress in positive ways
February 6, 2025 | Written by therapist.com team
Stress management encompasses the techniques, tips, and tools used to deal with stress in healthy ways.
Best mental health apps for 2025
January 31, 2025 | Written by Elise Burley
Apps can’t replace professional therapy, but they can offer extra support for your mental health. From a sea of options, here are our favorites for 2025.
Ketamine therapy: What it’s used for, how it works, and side effects
January 29, 2025 | Written by therapist.com team
Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) uses low doses of ketamine alongside psychotherapy to treat mental health conditions.
10 natural remedies for anxiety
December 19, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team
Incorporating these natural remedies for anxiety into your routine could help reduce symptoms.
Medical trauma: Risk factors and treatment options
December 18, 2024 | Written by Amye Archer, MFA | Featuring Sacha McBain, PhD
Trauma in a medical setting is not new, but experts have only recently begun to study the long-term impact it can have on our mental and physical health.
Brain rot: Meaning, what it feels like, and how to overcome it
December 17, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team
"Brain rot" is a trending term used to describe the negative mental impact of mindlessly consuming low-quality content. Discover how to overcome it.
EMDR therapy: How it works and what to expect
December 17, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team
Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) is a type of therapy used for trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Learn more about how it works.
Emotionally unavailable: Meaning, signs, and how to heal
December 10, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team
Emotional unavailability is the inability to form deep emotional connections due to barriers to intimacy. Spot the signs and find out how to cope.
Are New Year’s resolutions worth the effort?
November 22, 2024 | Written by Elise Burley
The new year feels like a natural time to set goals, but turning resolutions into reality can be daunting. Here are the secrets to staying motivated.
’Tis the season for holiday stress and anxiety
November 21, 2024 | Written by Elise Burley
Most of us feel some level of stress around the holidays. These suggestions can help you cope with busy schedules, family dynamics, loneliness, and more.
Can couples apps help you reconnect?
November 20, 2024 | Written by Amye Archer, MFA | Featuring Jeff Guenther, LPC, aka TherapyJeff
If you’re looking to keep (or bring back) the spark in your relationship, it may be time to get on the apps. TherapyJeff has advice on how to do it right.
The psychological effects of dating apps
November 20, 2024 | Written by Elise Burley
Dating apps can help you find your person, but they can also be hard on your mental health. Learn how to take care of yourself when you get on the apps.
The difference between self-diagnosis and self-advocacy
November 20, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team
Learn the dangers of self-diagnosis and how to advocate for yourself when seeking mental health treatment. Find a therapist today.
Social media and mental health
November 20, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team
Social media is a powerful tool that can affect your mental health in positive and negative ways. Find out how to use it healthfully and responsibly.
Aging and mental health: Impact, stages, and staying well
November 20, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team
Aging impacts our physical health, life experiences, and habits. Find out how these factors affect your mental health over the years.
The COVID-19 pandemic and mental health
November 18, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team
COVID-19 has increased depression, anxiety, and stress for people around the world. Find out how to cope with the long-term impact of the pandemic.
Tourette syndrome and other tic disorders
November 18, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team
As many as 20% of kids develop a tic during childhood. Usually they fade away on their own, but sometimes they point to a disorder like Tourette syndrome.
Anger: Causes, types, health risks, and management
November 18, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team
Anger is a normal, healthy emotion. But it’s important to manage and express your anger carefully so it doesn’t become harmful to yourself or others.
Long-distance relationships and mental health
November 12, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team
Long-distance relationships can be challenging, both logistically and emotionally. Discover how to maintain your relationship while physically apart.
Initiation and activation: 2 exercises to help kids focus
November 10, 2024 | Published by PESI Inc.
Many students struggle to get started on tasks because they simply don't know how or where to begin. Help set them up for success with simple exercises from...
When pregnancy loss takes center stage
November 10, 2024 | Written by Sunita Osborn, PsyD, MA
As more celebrities make the brave decision to tell their stories of pregnancy loss, they create opportunities for the rest of us to share our own.
Aromantic: Definition, signs, benefits, and challenges
October 29, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team
Aromanticism is a lack of romantic attraction or interest in romance. Find out more about the aromantic spectrum and what it looks like.
Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD): Symptoms, types, and treatment
October 24, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team
ODD is a childhood behavior disorder characterized by defiance, anger, and hostility. Learn how to recognize the symptoms and reach out for help.