My clients are sometimes taken aback by how many surveys they take about their feelings. Many therapists give their clients surveys at intake, but that’s the end of it. Answering questions about your mood at the beginning AND end of a session can feel onerous. At the same time, I’ve come to see it as an indispensable part of effective therapy.

I assume you aren't here because you care deeply about types of therapy. I'm guessing that you're here because you're stuck. You would like that to change. And I'm going to tell you about a type of therapy, because it's been transformative for me, understanding it might help you figure out if it's a good fit for you, and that might help you figure out your next step.

It’s tough to find energy or get anything done when your first thought after waking up in the morning is, “I can’t believe I’m still dealing with this. It’s never going to get any better.” When you can rack up the evidence that you’re letting yourself down, or letting other people down and...

It sounds so easy to just “stop shoulding yourself” but our “shoulds” are extra sticky. They express our values and form a core part of our identities. We would even feel a little lost in the world without them. Unfortunately, they also cause us big problems. Instead of inspiring us in the direction of our goals, they create guilt, shame, and even hopelessness. Read on to learn how to work with them.

“Making friends” might seem like a small part of your life but it affects our deepest joys and fears. If feeling at ease in social situations doesn’t come easy to you, know that it doesn’t have to stay that way.

Changing your mindset will make every aspect of friendship more rewarding. Most of us are skeptical that big mindset changes are possible. Thankfully, human beings are amazing, and we’ve discovered ways to create transformation that feels like relief and tells the truth.