Therapy

What type of therapy is right for you?

August 14, 2023 | Written by Elise Burley

If you’re considering therapy, you may feel overwhelmed by options. Follow these steps to narrow your focus and find the right support for your needs.

Using EMDR therapy to treat chronic pain

September 8, 2023 | Written by Suzi Sena, EdS, LPC

Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy may help reduce or alleviate chronic pain. Learn more about this method of treatment.

Should I break up with my therapist? 5 signs it’s the right time

September 14, 2023 | Written by Amye Archer, MFA | Featuring Ramani Durvasula, PhD, LPC

Maybe you’d like to try a new kind of therapy, or you’ve done the work and feel ready to move on. No matter the reason, start with an honest conversation.

The relationship between faith and therapy

September 14, 2023 | Written by Lambers Fisher, MS, LMFT, MDiv

Mental health professionals and faith leaders offer different kinds of guidance that can work together to help people through difficulties in their lives.

Psychedelic therapy: How it works, benefits, dangers

September 20, 2023 | 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.

How to grow your therapy practice: 4 tips for getting started

December 15, 2023 | Written by therapist.com team

Being able to grow your practice is essential to your success as a mental health professional. Follow these tips to get started.

Everyone’s a TikTok therapist

January 24, 2024 | Written by Amye Archer, MFA | Featuring Bonnie Zucker, PhD

TikTok shines a spotlight on mental health, but it can lead to faulty self-diagnosis. Bonnie Zucker, PhD, explains how to use the app while doing no harm.

How to find a therapist

April 15, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team

For many people, working with a therapist is the first step toward better mental health. Here’s what to look for—and what to ask—as you begin your search.

Anxiety and depression: How they’re related and can be treated

April 15, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team

Anxiety and depression have some symptoms in common and often happen together, but not always. Here’s how to tell the difference and find treatment.

Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy

April 15, 2024 | Written by therapist.com team

IFS therapy recognizes different facets of your personality and how they interact as a family system. Learn how IFS works and how it can help.