The battle between hope questing vs doomscrolling defines our digital age. We’ve all been there. With the best intentions, we head to bed ready for a full eight hours of sleep. We go through our routine, crawl into bed, set the alarm (on our phones, of course), and notice a notification. We click on it […] The post Doomscrolling to Hope Questing: Digital Mental Health in 2025 appeared first on GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog.| GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog
For people struggling with trauma, anxiety, or depression, the journey to healing requires understanding which trauma therapy approaches actually work. Many begin with well-meaning but inadequate advice: “Just think positive thoughts,” “Try meditation,” or “Practice positive affirmations.” While these approaches have value in general wellness, they fall short when addressing the complex neurobiological impact of […] The post Positive Affirmations Vs. Trauma Therapy appeared firs...| GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog
Many people believe that unstable relationships stem from “bad choices” in partners or needing to “calm down” and “be more mature.” However, the reality is much more complex. If you’re struggling with abandonment wounds, the challenges are not about a lack of willpower or a character flaw. Instead, they are about how your brain and […] The post Debunking Relationship Myths: Healing Abandonment Wounds with Therapy appeared first on GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog.| GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog
Dating apps may dominate today’s dating scene, but let’s be real: users aren’t exactly thrilled with them. Instead of sparking joy, swiping often leaves users feeling drained, disappointed, and downright burned out. There’s even a name for it: “dating app burnout.” That’s the cycle of endless likes, swipes, and half-hearted messages that go absolutely nowhere, […] The post Dating App Burnout: How to Cope With Swiping Fatigue and Protect Your Mental Health appeared first on Goo...| GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog
Let’s be honest, talking about Black mental health myths in the community hasn’t always been easy. For generations, we’ve been taught to be strong, keep pushing, pray harder, and keep our business in the family. Vulnerability was often seen as weakness, and therapy? That was for “other people.” But here’s the truth: strength is not […] The post 5 Myths About Black Mental Health and The Truth For Healing appeared first on GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog.| GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog
Have you ever felt responsible for someone else's happiness? Do you catch yourself saying 'yes' when you want to say 'no'? For many, this isn't just a bad| GoodTherapy Blog
Adult children of narcissistic parents can heal. Learn signs, effects, and steps to set boundaries, find therapy, and reclaim self-worth.| GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog
Over the past year, a fascinating new trend has emerged in therapy: clients showing up with advice from AI. And not just surface-level tips, some people are having full-blown therapy-like sessions with AI tools such as ChatGPT, Woebot, and Wysa. The question “can AI be your therapist” is becoming increasingly common as people turn […] The post Can AI Be Your Therapist? The Truth About AI Mental Health appeared first on GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog.| GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog
Between high inflation rates, hiring freezes, tax rates, health complications, and more, life throws plenty of financial stressors at us, and it can be hard to make ends meet or save money. While managing your finances is important for your economic stability, it is also important for your overall well-being, as significant financial stress can […] The post Experiencing Financial Stress & Anxiety? Therapy Tips for Navigating Economic Hardship and Inflation appeared first on GoodTherapy.org ...| GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog
Struggling with emotions in college? Use these 6 expert-backed steps to manage stress, anxiety, and overwhelm with confidence.| GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog
Despite growing awareness and resources for men’s mental health, something still isn’t working. Men make up nearly 80% of all U.S. suicides, with the male suicide rate about 4 times higher than the female rate, yet only about one third of all people in therapy are men. Therapy is more accessible, self-help content is everywhere, […] The post 4 Missing Pieces in Men’s Mental Health That Actually Work appeared first on GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog.| GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog
Betrayal trauma represents one of the most devastating psychological wounds a person can experience. If you’re reading this, you might be feeling completely shattered, questioning everything you thought you knew about love, trust, and safety. That broken feeling? It’s valid, it’s real, and most importantly, you can heal from it. Unlike other forms of trauma, […] The post Feeling Broken From Betrayal Trauma? 7 Steps For Healing appeared first on GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog.| GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog
Identify whether you have an eating disorder as an expert therapist debunks 9 dangerous eating disorder myths.| GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog
What I’ve Learned from Years of Listening Over the years, I have worked with many teens and young adults diagnosed with ASD Level 1 social anxiety. This condition, formerly known as Asperger’s Syndrome, presents unique challenges that often go unrecognized. One thing I have seen again and again is a quiet kind of stress […] The post ASD Level 1 and Social Anxiety: Why They Often Go Together and How CBT Can Help appeared first on GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog.| GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog
Let’s be real: tuning into the latest headlines or scrolling your feed during this political moment can feel like a punch to the gut. If you’ve noticed your stress levels rising, your mood dipping, or a persistent knot in your stomach from the political climate, you’re definitely not alone. Across the country, people are […] The post Political Anxiety Affects Us All: Here’s How to Cope and Build Resilience appeared first on GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog.| GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog
Understanding Health Tracking Anxiety: The 12-Year Problem We’re All Facing Health tracking anxiety is becoming a widespread concern as millions embrace wearable technology. Here’s a sobering fact: In America, we live about 12 years longer than we stay healthy. That means for over a decade at the end of our lives, we’re dealing with chronic […] The post Health Tracking Anxiety: When Wearables Harm Mental Health appeared first on GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog.| GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog
We all carry stories, internal messages about who we are, what we deserve, and what’s possible for us. Many of these beliefs were formed long before we had the language to challenge them. They were shaped by early experiences, family patterns, cultural expectations, and sometimes, trauma. These stories become core beliefs, deep, automatic assumptions […] The post Transform Your Core Beliefs: 5 Tips On Breaking Free from Limiting Mental Health Patterns appeared first on GoodTherapy.org The...| GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog
Have you ever noticed how the biggest changes in life often bring out both the best and most challenging parts of our relationships? Whether it’s moving to a new city, starting a new job, welcoming a child, or adjusting to an empty nest, life transitions can feel overwhelming. But they also offer powerful opportunities […] The post 5 Ways Couples in Relationships Can Best Navigate Life Transitions appeared first on GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog.| GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog
If you’ve tried active listening, “I” statements, and communication workshops but still struggle with your partner, you’re not alone. Many couples discover that communication skills alone can’t fix deeper relationship issues. While the belief that “communication is the key to a successful relationship” is widely accepted, this view oversimplifies the complexity of romantic partnerships. Poor […] The post Why Communication Isn’t Your Biggest Relationship Problem appeared firs...| GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog
Wait… Why Does This Feel So Hard? You landed the new job, moved into a fresh space, ended (or started) a relationship, or became a parent. This transition was supposed to be exciting, so why does it feel so uncomfortable instead? Whether you’re navigating life transitions for the first time or facing another major change, […] The post Life Transitions: 5 Ways to Navigate It Successfully appeared first on GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog.| GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog
Nineteen years ago, I made a decision that changed my life: I had gastric bypass surgery. At the time, I weighed 365 pounds, and my relationship with food, my body, and even my self-worth was deeply complicated. Today, I’ve lost and maintained a weight loss of 230 pounds, but what I’ve learned about the weight […] The post 230 Pounds Lost! A Mental Health Weight Loss Journey appeared first on GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog.| GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog
The importance of and demand for mental health services is discussed everywhere: in news headlines, media copy, books, podcasts, and even workplaces. While recent years have shown an improvement in public sentiments around mental health, stigma around getting help still persists in many forms. One recent study found that prejudices and discrimination surrounding depression, for […] The post Overcoming Stigma: Breaking Down Barriers to Mental Health Care appeared first on GoodTherapy.org The...| GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing mental health support, with millions using ChatGPT and similar AI tools for therapy, emotional guidance, and self-reflection. As a licensed therapist, I’ve observed fascinating trends in how people are integrating AI into their mental wellness routines, from AI journaling to practicing difficult conversations. But is this digital therapy helping or hindering […] The post AI Therapy: Is ChatGPT’s Mental Health Support Just a Polite Mirror? appea...| GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog
Absorbing the constant stream of startling headlines, news sources, political tensions, and global issues can feel overwhelming some days –– but we often can’t look away. If this sounds like you, you’re not alone. Most people (83% of adults) today experience stress about the future of the U.S. and news overload. If your mental and […] The post Doomscrolling and News Anxiety: Understanding Their Impact on Your Mental Health appeared first on GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog.| GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog
Let’s be honest: Reality television has become America’s not-so-secret obsession. Whether it’s your guilty pleasure after a long day, the background noise while you’re scrolling your phone, or something you swear you’d never watch (but somehow know all the contestants’ names), there’s no denying we’re consuming more reality TV than ever before. From the drama-filled […] The post How Reality TV Like Love Island Impacts Body Image and Mental Health appeared first on GoodTherap...| GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog
Starting therapy might feel like opening a door you’ve been staring at for a long time — equal parts relief, curiosity, and uncertainty. What will it be like? Will your therapist understand you? Will it actually help? If you’re new to therapy, these unknown elements can stack up and exacerbate anxieties surrounding meeting your therapist […] The post Navigating the Stages of Therapy: What to Expect During Your First Sessions appeared first on GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog.| GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog
Discover how self-compassion can transform your relationship with stress. Learn how to manage stress, anxiety and build inner strength.| GoodTherapy.org Therapy Blog
