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Histrionic personality disorder (HPD): Signs and treatments
April 8, 2025
Histrionic personality disorder (HPD) is marked by excessive attention-seeking and emotional drama. Spot the symptoms and learn how it’s treated.
High-functioning anxiety: What it looks like and how to cope
March 24, 2025
High-functioning anxiety is an unofficial term used to describe people who maintain successful appearances despite experiencing anxiety.
ASMR: Meaning, examples, benefits, and how to practice
March 14, 2025
Autonomous sensory meridian response (ASMR) is a pleasant, tingling sensation some people feel when triggered by certain audio or visual cues.
Guilt: Types, what it feels like, and how to cope
March 12, 2025
Guilt is what we feel when we think we’ve done something wrong. Find out what it looks like, how it can help and harm, and how to move past it.
Love languages: Examples, benefits, and limitations
February 25, 2025
Love languages are the different ways people prefer to express and receive love. Learn more about what they look like and where they may fall short.
The dark triad and dark tetrad personality traits
February 18, 2025
The dark triad refers to three personality traits: Machiavellianism, narcissism, and psychopathy. When sadism is included, it becomes the dark tetrad.
5 types of therapists and if they’re right for you
February 14, 2025
The most common types of psychotherapists are psychologists, counselors, marriage and family therapists, clinical social workers, and psychiatrists.
Hyperfocus: Meaning, examples, and how to manage
February 12, 2025
Hyperfocus is an intense, single-minded concentration on one task or activity. Find out what it looks like and how to manage it.
Existential dread: Signs, causes, impacts, and how to cope
February 7, 2025
Existential dread is anxiety related to themes like the meaning of life, death's inevitability, or the burden that comes with choice.
Ketamine therapy: What it’s used for, how it works, and side effects
January 29, 2025
Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) uses low doses of ketamine alongside psychotherapy to treat mental health conditions.
What is life coaching? How it differs from therapy
January 16, 2025
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.
Parentification: Signs, causes, effects, and how to heal
December 19, 2024
Parentification is when a child takes on adult roles that are inappropriate for their age. Find out how this pattern can affect mental health.
Brain rot: Meaning, what it feels like, and how to overcome it
December 17, 2024
"Brain rot" is a trending term used to describe the negative mental impact of mindlessly consuming low-quality content. Discover how to overcome it.
Gentle parenting: Techniques, pros and cons, and how to start
December 12, 2024
Gentle parenting is an approach that emphasizes leading with empathy and experiencing natural consequences, rather than focusing on discipline.
Infidelity: Meaning, signs, causes, impact, and how to heal
December 9, 2024
Infidelity is the act of being unfaithful to a romantic partner. Learn how infidelity can be interpreted and how to move forward after it happens.
Emotionally unavailable: Meaning, signs, and how to heal
November 27, 2024
Emotional unavailability is the inability to form deep emotional connections due to barriers to intimacy. Spot the signs and find out how to cope.
Main character syndrome (MCS): What it is and how to deal with it
November 22, 2024
What is main character syndrome? Main character syndrome (MCS) is an informal term that describes a person who views themselves as the hero in their own life...
Shadow work: What it is, examples, and effectiveness
November 19, 2024
Shadow work involves exploring the hidden parts of your unconscious self, with the goal of self-awareness, growth, and a unified sense of self.
Long-distance relationships and mental health
November 12, 2024
Long-distance relationships can be challenging, both logistically and emotionally. Discover how to maintain your relationship while physically apart.
Aromantic: Definition, signs, benefits, and challenges
October 29, 2024
Aromanticism is a lack of romantic attraction or interest in romance. Find out more about the aromantic spectrum and what it looks like.
Love bombing examples: Learn the signs
October 24, 2024
Love bombers overwhelm a person with excessive affection before manipulating them. Discover what it can look like in different relationships.
Compersion: Definition, examples, and impact
October 21, 2024
Compersion is term used to describe taking joy in another person’s happiness. It’s most used in ethically nonmonogamous relationships.
Parasocial relationships: How they affect your mental health
October 4, 2024
A parasocial relationship is a one-sided emotional bond a person may form with a media figure. Learn more about this kind of attachment.
Retroactive jealousy: Signs, causes, and how to overcome it
October 1, 2024
Retroactive jealousy involves intense feelings of jealousy about a partner's past romantic or sexual relationships. Discover why it’s so harmful.
Relationship OCD: Symptoms, causes, and treatment options
September 25, 2024
Relationship OCD is a presentation of obsessive-compulsive disorder in which a person has doubts and fears focused on their relationship or partner.
Marriage counseling: Techniques and what to expect
September 17, 2024
Marriage counseling is a type of couples therapy that helps married couples resolve conflicts and improve their marriage. Find out what it involves.
High-functioning depression: Symptoms, causes, and treatments
September 10, 2024
In high-functioning depression, a person experiences depressive symptoms while still appearing to manage their daily life effectively.
Sex therapy: Types, common issues, and what to expect
September 6, 2024
Sex therapy helps individuals and couples identify and resolve sexual issues and improve intimacy. Learn more about what sex therapy involves.
Time blindness: Symptoms, causes, and treatment options
September 3, 2024
Time blindness is a phenomenon in which a person has trouble perceiving time accurately. It can be caused by a number of conditions.
Covert narcissists: Traits and how they act in relationships
August 27, 2024
Covert narcissism is a lesser-known expression of narcissism marked by hidden feelings of self-importance and hypersensitivity to criticism.
Avoidant attachment: Signs, causes, and how to heal
August 20, 2024
Avoidant attachment is an insecure attachment style characterized by discomfort with intimacy and a strong desire for independence.
Limerence: Meaning, signs, causes, and how to overcome it
August 15, 2024
Limerence is an obsessive, all-consuming infatuation with another person. It’s more than a crush, and it can affect your daily life and mental health.
Stonewalling: Meaning, effects, and how to respond
August 9, 2024
Stonewalling is a behavior that involves one partner in a relationship emotionally withdrawing and refusing to communicate or engage with the other.
Disorganized attachment: Signs, causes, and how to heal
August 7, 2024
Disorganized attachment is an insecure attachment style marked by uncertainty and confusion in relationships. Find out how to identify it and heal.
Weaponized incompetence: Meaning, signs, and impact
July 23, 2024
Weaponized incompetence is when someone deliberately performs tasks poorly to avoid responsibility and manipulate others into taking them on.
Exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy
July 16, 2024
Exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy involves gradually facing fears and anxieties without performing anxiety-reducing rituals.
Overstimulation: Symptoms, causes, and how to manage it
July 11, 2024
Overstimulation occurs when the brain becomes overwhelmed by sensory information, sometimes resulting in physical or mental health challenges.
What is avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID)?
July 10, 2024
Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) is a feeding and eating disorder that involves restricting food for reasons other than body image.
Negging: What it is and how to deal with it
July 2, 2024
“Negging” is the act of giving a backhanded compliment to make someone feel insecure. Find out how to respond to this manipulative tactic.
Breadcrumbing: Meaning, examples, and impact
June 25, 2024
Breadcrumbing involves giving someone just enough attention to keep them interested without intending to pursue a serious relationship.
Group therapy: Types, benefits, and what to expect
June 24, 2024
Group therapy is a form of counseling where a small group of people meet regularly to discuss and work on shared issues alongside a therapist.
The grey rock method: Protect yourself from narcissists
June 21, 2024
The grey rock method is a technique in which you act disengaged in order to discourage a toxic person from interacting with you.
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT)
June 20, 2024
Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) combines mindfulness practices with cognitive behavioral strategies to help manage depression.
Conversion therapy: How it harms mental health
June 14, 2024
Conversion therapy is a discredited, damaging practice that seeks to change a person’s sexual orientation or gender identity.
Gaslighting examples: How to recognize it and respond
June 12, 2024
Gaslighting is a form of emotional abuse that can be difficult to stop in real life situations. Here are several common gaslighting examples.
Machiavellianism: What it is, signs, and how to deal with it
June 6, 2024
Machiavellianism is a personality trait in which a person acts in their own self-interest even if it’s at the expense of others.
Meditation: Types, benefits, and techniques for beginners
June 4, 2024
Meditation is a practice focusing on mindfulness awareness, clearing the mind, and gaining a sense of calm.
Exposure therapy: How it works, types, and benefits
May 31, 2024
Exposure therapy helps people overcome their fears by gradually and repeatedly facing them in a controlled way. Find out if it’s right for you.
Insomnia: Symptoms, types, causes, effects, and treatments
May 31, 2024
Insomnia is a sleep disorder where people have trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or getting restful sleep. Find out how to treat it.
Dementia: Signs, types, causes, and treatment
May 30, 2024
Dementia involves the loss of cognitive abilities, like memory and reasoning, which affect daily life. Spot the signs and discover treatment options.
Biofeedback therapy: How it works, types, and what it treats
May 24, 2024
Biofeedback therapy helps people learn to control certain bodily functions, such as heart rate or muscle tension, to improve their overall wellbeing.
Art therapy: Benefits and treatment options
May 24, 2024
Art therapy is a type of therapy where people use art-making to help them understand and express their feelings. Discover how it can benefit you.
Borderline personality disorder (BPD): Signs and treatment
May 23, 2024
Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a mental health condition characterized by quick emotional changes and difficulty in relationships.
Types of therapy: Find the right approach for you
May 4, 2024
Not all types of therapy look the same. Finding the right style of therapy for you can be a crucial step towards better mental health.
Implicit bias: Causes, examples, and how to overcome it
April 18, 2024
Implicit (or “unconscious”) biases are the beliefs you hold that influence your decisions without your realizing it.
Caffeine addiction: What it is and how to break it
April 1, 2024
Though many people use it without issue, caffeine can be an addictive substance. Find out what makes caffeine addictive and what you can do about it.
Radically open dialectical behavior therapy (RO DBT)
March 13, 2024
Radically open dialectical behavior therapy is a form of therapy that focuses on improving self-expression, social connectedness, and flexibility.
Race, ethnicity, and mental health
February 2, 2024
Race and ethnicity are invented concepts, but they still affect how others treat you, how you experience the world, and how you feel about yourself.
Psychosis: Symptoms, risk factors, and treatment
January 30, 2024
Psychosis is a condition that affects how we process reality. It can make us feel disconnected and believe we see, hear, or feel things that aren’t there.
Complex posttraumatic stress disorder (c-PTSD)
January 3, 2024
Complex PTSD is a disorder that results from prolonged, repeated trauma. Learn more about the causes and symptoms of c-PTSD and how it can be treated.
Seasonal affective disorder: Symptoms, causes, and treatment
December 18, 2023
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) tends to begin in fall or winter, and it can interfere with daily life. Learn how to spot the signs and seek treatment.
Social media and mental health
December 11, 2023
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.
Shame: Causes, examples, and ways to heal
December 8, 2023
Shame causes us to feel negatively about ourselves, which can have a lasting effect on mental health. Here’s how to recognize and move through shame.
What is havening, and is it effective?
December 5, 2023
Havening is a new, relatively untested type of alternative therapy that uses touch and other distraction techniques to promote relaxation and healing.
November 30, 2023
Existential therapy helps people explore issues like meaning, freedom, and mortality. It can be used on its own or as a framework for other types of therapy.
Neurodiversity: What it means and why it matters
November 28, 2023
Neurodiversity is the idea that some brains process information differently than others, and that these differences should be embraced and celebrated.
November 21, 2023
Taking care of your mental health is a lifelong journey. Learn what strong mental health looks like, how to maintain it, and how to get help along the way.
How to set up a safe and secure therapy office
November 13, 2023
Setting up a safe therapy space helps your clients feel secure and lets you focus on providing the best possible care. Follow these tips to get started.
Anger: Causes, types, health risks, and management
November 9, 2023
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.
CBT vs. DBT: Which one is right for you?
November 7, 2023
Cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy are each used to treat a range of concerns. Here’s where they overlap and how they differ.
October 24, 2023
Phobias cause people to feel intense fear of particular objects, situations, or events. Explore common phobias, symptoms, and treatment options.
Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy for addiction
October 13, 2023
IFS therapy can help people understand and manage the parts of themselves that contribute to their addictive behaviors. Learn more about how this works.
The Gottman method for couples therapy
October 11, 2023
The Gottman method is an approach to couples therapy that teaches communication skills and long-term strategies for managing conflict in a relationship.
Child life specialists: What they do and how they can help
October 9, 2023
Find out what child life specialists do and how they can help support kids and families in potentially stressful medical settings.
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
October 3, 2023
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) helps people manage intense emotions by combining individual and group therapy with skills training and coaching.
Family enmeshment: What it is and how to heal
September 29, 2023
Family enmeshment is when family members become too involved in each other’s lives and have a hard time setting boundaries. Learn more about this pattern.
September 25, 2023
Alcohol use disorder (AUD) affects your mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Learn the signs and symptoms of alcohol dependence and how to get help.
Online therapy: Benefits and challenges
September 18, 2023
Online therapy lets you access mental health support from home. Explore the upsides and downsides of teletherapy to decide if it’s a good fit for you.
Orthorexia: Signs, risk factors, and treatment
September 14, 2023
Orthorexia is an unhealthy obsession with healthy eating. In pursuit of the “perfect” diet, it’s possible to cause yourself mental and physical harm.
September 13, 2023
Friendship plays a key role in physical, mental, and emotional health. Learn about different types of friendships and why they matter throughout our lives.
September 7, 2023
Collecting and keeping too many things may be a sign of hoarding disorder. Explore how hoarding differs from clutter, why it happens, and how to get help.
September 6, 2023
Typically used to treat trauma, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy (EMDR) can also help reduce symptoms of anxiety, panic, and phobias.
Suicide: Risk factors, warning signs, and prevention
September 1, 2023
Suicide occurs when a person intentionally causes their own death. If you’re thinking about ending your life, help is available now: Call or text 988.
August 28, 2023
Also called “relationship addiction,” codependency involves sacrificing your own needs to serve a loved one’s. Learn how to spot and change this pattern.
Antidepressants: How they work and what they treat
August 24, 2023
Antidepressants are usually prescribed to treat depression and other related conditions. Find out more about when they’re used and if they’re effective.
Postpartum depression (PPD), psychosis, and related conditions
August 23, 2023
Postpartum depression is common and can interfere with your ability to care for yourself and your child. Find out what PPD looks like and how to get help.
August 15, 2023
Self-care includes the activities, habits, and rituals we engage in for our overall health. Learn how to start taking care of yourself with intention.
Attachment-focused EMDR (AF-EMDR)
August 10, 2023
Developed by psychologist Laurel Parnell, AF-EMDR infuses traditional EMDR with the principles of attachment theory to help people heal, grow, and connect.
Anxiety: Symptoms, types, diagnosis, and treatment
August 4, 2023
Small doses of anxiety can be a healthy response to stress, but too much can harm us. Find out how anxiety is identified, diagnosed, and treated.
Ethical nonmonogamy (ENM): Meaning, types, and impacts
August 3, 2023
Ethical nonmonogamy is a relationship style that involves having multiple romantic partners at the same time. Learn more about common types of ENM.
Toxic positivity vs. healthy positivity
August 2, 2023
Learn what toxic positivity is, why it’s harmful, and how to practice a healthier mindset that validates your full range of emotions while offering hope.
Are sex addiction and porn addiction real disorders?
July 31, 2023
Sex addiction and porn addiction are compulsive behaviors that can have negative effects. Explore the warning signs and find out how to seek treatment.
Depression: Causes, types, diagnosis, and treatment
July 28, 2023
Depression is a mental health disorder marked by feelings of sadness, loneliness, and hopelessness. Learn how to recognize the signs and find help.
Attachment, regulation, and competency (ARC) framework
July 27, 2023
Initially developed for kids and caregivers, the ARC framework addresses how complex trauma affects attachment patterns, self-regulation, and basic skills.
July 26, 2023
Grooming is a manipulative behavior used by abusers to build a close connection with their victims. Learn how to recognize the warning signs and get help.
What is attachment-based therapy?
July 19, 2023
Based in attachment theory, attachment-based therapy helps you explore how your earliest experiences with caregivers taught you to form relationships.
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
July 18, 2023
CBT helps you identify unhelpful or negative thought patterns affecting your emotions and actions, then teaches you how to respond in a healthier way.
Fear: What it is and how to manage it
July 13, 2023
Fear is a common, natural emotion that helps keep us safe, but having too much can make it hard to function. Find out how to recognize and manage your fears.
July 7, 2023
Born in the mid-’90s through the early 2010s, Gen Zers have high rates of stress, anxiety, and depression but less stigma around therapy and mental health.
Why consent is important, and how to ask for it
July 6, 2023
Consent creates a safe environment where people can make choices freely. Learn what consent looks like and how to ask for it in respectful ways.
What is posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?
June 28, 2023
PTSD can develop after a person experiences or witnesses trauma. Find out how this disorder impacts your mental health and how it can be treated.
Sex, intimacy, and mental health
June 20, 2023
Safe, consensual sex between adults is a normal, healthy part of life. Learn more about approaching sex and intimacy with your mental health in mind.
Podcast roundup: Transformative moments in Black history
June 19, 2023
Racism still permeates our country, despite profound changes since June 19, 1865. These storytellers reflect on slices of the Black American experience.
June 15, 2023
From an early age, men are socially conditioned to avoid expressing their emotions. Learn how to recognize and address men’s mental health challenges.
Ask a Therapist: Fears and anxieties
June 14, 2023
Join host Amye Archer and guests Kevin Chapman and Ilyse Kennedy for insightful advice on managing everyday parental anxiety and pandemic travel fear.
Nonbinary people and mental health
June 7, 2023
Nonbinary people have a gender identity outside the traditional categories of male and female. They often face prejudice that can impact mental health.
Transgender people and mental health
May 31, 2023
Being trans is a gender identity, not a mental health issue. But trans people are often denied rights, respect, and safety, which can affect mental health.
May 23, 2023
Veterans face a greater risk of mental health issues such as PTSD, but treatment and support make a difference. Learn what to look for and how to get help.
Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD): Symptoms, types, and treatment
May 19, 2023
ODD is a childhood behavior disorder characterized by defiance, anger, and hostility. Learn how to recognize the symptoms and reach out for help.
May 18, 2023
Imposter syndrome is a pattern of doubting your own abilities and feeling like you’re not good enough. Learn how to recognize and move past this mindset.
May 17, 2023
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.
Ask a Therapist: Parenting hacks
May 12, 2023
Join host Amye Archer and parenting experts Janine Halloran and Kate Sample for advice on blending families, helping kids make new friends, and more.
Tourette syndrome and other tic disorders
May 10, 2023
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.
May 4, 2023
Bullying can have negative effects on the mental health of victims and bullies. Learn what to do if you’ve experienced or witnessed this type of abuse.
Introducing our video series, Ask a Therapist
May 3, 2023
Join host Amye Archer and relationship experts Alicia Muñoz and Tammy Nelson for advice on healing after infidelity, intimacy for empty nesters, and more.
May 2, 2023
What you earn, your education, and your job can all affect your mental health. Explore the impact of your financial situation on your state of mind.
Attachment theory and the four attachment styles
April 28, 2023
Attachment styles help explain the way people feel and act in relationships. Learn more about how early childhood caregiving impacts the rest of our lives.
Anxiety and depression: How they’re related and can be treated
April 27, 2023
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.
How to pace and close a therapy session
April 21, 2023
If you’re a new therapist or working with a tough client, you may find it harder to pace and close sessions. Learn to lead, follow, and adjust as needed.
Are video games actually bad for you?
April 6, 2023
Video games offer some mental health benefits, but excessive gaming can lead to anxiety, depression, and other conditions. Find out how much is too much.
Self-regulation techniques for adults and kids
March 24, 2023
Self-regulation is the ability to observe, manage, and adapt our emotions and behaviors to suit different situations. Start learning these skills today.
March 7, 2023
Women face unique mental health concerns that are often overlooked or misunderstood. Learn more about these challenges and how to find support.
Disordered eating vs. eating disorders
February 24, 2023
Disordered eating behaviors can lead to eating disorders, but they’re not the same thing. Find out how they're connected and how to seek treatment.
Body dysmorphia: Signs, symptoms, and treatment
February 23, 2023
People with body dysmorphia are fixated on their perceived physical flaws. Learn more about this condition, what it looks like, and how to treat it.
How patriarchy and toxic masculinity hurt men
February 16, 2023
There’s nothing unhealthy about being strong, capable, or assertive. But violent and destructive behavior can hurt everyone—including men themselves.
Couples therapy: Who it’s for, how it works, and how to choose a therapist
February 9, 2023
If you and your partner find it hard to work through challenges in your relationship, support from a couples therapist may be the right option for you.
What is race-based traumatic stress (RBTS)?
February 8, 2023
RBTS is a type of chronic stress stemming from racism and race-related discrimination. Explore common causes and symptoms, as well as treatment options.
February 7, 2023
Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition characterized by extreme shifts in mood and energy. Learn about symptoms, types, and treatment options.
Setting healthy boundaries in relationships
February 1, 2023
Relationship boundaries can play a big role in your mental health. Follow this guidance to set and maintain healthy boundaries with everyone in your life.
January 19, 2023
Exercise can benefit your mental and physical health, but it also has the potential to do harm. Learn to tell the difference and to exercise healthfully.
Childhood trauma and repressed memories
January 4, 2023
Forgetting details from childhood is a normal part of aging, but trauma we experienced as children may impact our memories more deeply.
December 21, 2022
How you think and feel about your appearance can affect your sense of self-worth. Follow these tips to build a body image that supports your mental health.
What is self-esteem, and how can I improve mine?
December 6, 2022
Low self-esteem and excessive self-esteem can harm your mental health. Find out more about healthy self-esteem and how to improve your sense of self-worth.
December 1, 2022
Gaslighting is a form of emotional manipulation that causes you to doubt yourself and question your reality. Learn how to spot this abuse and seek help.
The Silent Generation and mental health
December 1, 2022
Born between 1928 and 1945, the Silent Generation learned to prioritize survival and sacrifice, but not to talk openly about the traumas they experienced.
Compulsive shopping: Symptoms, causes, and treatment
November 18, 2022
Compulsive shopping is an impulsive behavior that can harm your finances and your relationships. Learn about the signs and how to seek help.
October 20, 2022
ADHD is usually diagnosed in childhood, but adults can be diagnosed with it too. Explore common symptoms and treatment options for adult ADHD.
Passive aggression: What it is and how to stop
October 18, 2022
Passive aggression is an unhealthy communication style where negative feelings are expressed indirectly. Learn how to recognize and change this behavior.
The COVID-19 pandemic and mental health
October 5, 2022
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.
Generational trauma, epigenetics, and mental health
September 23, 2022
Research suggests the trauma of past generations may be passed down and can even alter our genes. Learn more about how this can affect mental health.
August 2, 2022
Born in the mid-1960s to late 1980s, Gen X has historically taken a pragmatic yet skeptical approach to mental health.
Gender identity and mental health
July 21, 2022
Gender identity is complex and personal. Learn about common gender terms, systemic challenges, and how to find affirming support.
What is a highly sensitive person (HSP)?
July 8, 2022
HSPs are more affected than the average person by sensory stimulation, like bright lights and loud noises. Explore the challenges and benefits of being an HSP.
Addiction: Types, symptoms, causes, and treatments
July 5, 2022
Addiction is a disease involving the repeated use of a substance or engagement in a behavior despite the harm it causes to oneself and to others.
EMDR therapy: How it works and what to expect
May 2, 2022
Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) is a type of therapy used for trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Learn more about how it works.
5 secrets for braver boundary setting
April 29, 2022
Learn from coach Hailey Magee how to set empowered boundaries with everyone in your life around your time, energy, feelings, and physical self.
Sociopathy: Causes, signs, and treatments
April 27, 2022
Sociopaths tend to act impulsively, struggle with anger management, and lack empathy. Learn the difference between sociopaths and psychopaths.
Religious trauma: Signs, symptoms, causes, and treatment
April 27, 2022
Learn about religious trauma and spiritual abuse, how they affect mental health, and how you can start healing.
April 27, 2022
The polyvagal theory shows how the nervous system responds to stress and offers insight into the mind-body connection. Learn how this theory is used in therapy.
Eating disorders: Types, symptoms, causes, effects, and treatments
April 27, 2022
Eating disorders involve a disturbance in eating patterns or related behaviors that have serious consequences for a person’s physical and mental well-being.
Happiness: Definition, benefits, types
February 7, 2022
Happiness has many benefits. It improves our health and relationships, and gives us meaning. Learn more about how to cultivate your happiness.
10 natural remedies for anxiety
January 31, 2022
Incorporating these natural remedies for anxiety into your routine could help reduce symptoms.
January 25, 2022
Psychodynamic therapy is a form of talk therapy used to treat a range of mental health disorders. Find out how a psychodynamic therapist can help you.
ADHD and anxiety: Signs, similarities, and treatment
January 25, 2022
ADHD and anxiety are two mental health disorders that often occur together. Learn more about their similarities and options for treatment.
Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT)
January 25, 2022
Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) can be a highly effective treatment for severe depression and other medication-resistant mental health disorders.
January 14, 2022
If you’re in crisis or need immediate support, help is available now. Many of these resources are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS): Uses and risks
January 13, 2022
Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) therapy is an effective, relatively safe treatment for depression and other mental health issues.
Solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT)
January 13, 2022
Solution-focused brief therapy can help you develop solutions to specific problems in just a few sessions. Learn more about this strengths-based approach.
Psychedelic therapy: How it works, benefits, dangers
January 13, 2022
Psychedelics like LSD, ecstasy, and even magic mushrooms have been shown to offer some mental health benefits. However, unsupervised use poses real dangers.
Mindfulness and mental health: Techniques and therapies
January 13, 2022
Mindfulness is the practice of paying full attention to the present moment without judgment. Discover how you can practice it in everyday life.
January 13, 2022
Family therapy can help families function better when they’re going through tough times. Explore the benefits, types, and how to find the right therapist.
The menstrual cycle and mental health
January 13, 2022
Your menstrual cycle and mental health are connected by a variety of hormone changes. Find out how to better manage mental health issues throughout your cycle.
Burnout: Stages, types, causes, and signs
January 13, 2022
Burnout can have a negative effect on your professional and personal life, but knowing how to deal with burnout symptoms can help you reduce those effects.
Emotions, emotional health, and emotional regulation
January 13, 2022
Emotions are complex, and they affect our thoughts, actions, and physical well-being. Explore these tips on how to manage your emotions in healthy ways.
How to maintain therapist-client relationship boundaries in the age of telehealth
January 12, 2022
Telehealth has opened up new doors for therapists to hold online sessions. Learn how to maintain boundaries while you practice remotely.
How to grow your therapy practice: 4 tips for getting started
January 6, 2022
Being able to grow your practice is essential to your success as a mental health professional. Follow these tips to get started.
Digital technology and mental health
January 5, 2022
Digital technology has become an essential part of daily life. Learn about the positive and negative effects it might be having on your mental health.
Chronic pain and mental health
January 5, 2022
Chronic pain and mental health share a complex relationship, but those who struggle with both can find treatment options to improve their quality of life.
Personality types and mental health
January 5, 2022
Some therapists use personality typing frameworks like the Big Five, MBTI, and the Enneagram to help clients understand and share their internal experience.
Interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT)
January 5, 2022
Interpersonal psychotherapy works to treat mood disorders by improving interpersonal relationships. Find out how IPT works and if it is right for you.
Empathy: Definition, types, and examples
January 5, 2022
Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of others. Learn the different types and how mental health conditions may affect it.
January 5, 2022
Some fears are a normal part of growing up, but kids with intense or frequent anxiety may need extra support. Here’s what to look for and how to get help.
Anxiety attacks: Symptoms, causes, and treatments
January 5, 2022
Anxiety attacks can have a negative impact on those who experience them, but coping techniques and effective treatments can help reduce their impact.
Internalized homophobia, biphobia, and transphobia
December 31, 2021
LGBTQIA+ people who are surrounded by negative messages about their identity may absorb them, often at the expense of their own mental health.
Aging and mental health: Impact, stages, and staying well
December 3, 2021
Aging impacts our physical health, life experiences, and habits. Find out how these factors affect your mental health over the years.
Religion, spirituality, and mental health
November 30, 2021
Learn the positive and negative mental health benefits of both religion and spirituality. Find faith-based therapists near you.
Dissociation: Symptoms, risk factors, and treatment
October 7, 2021
Dissociation is a mental state in which a person feels disconnected from their body or reality. It can range in intensity from daydreaming to memory loss.
The difference between self-diagnosis and self-advocacy
October 7, 2021
Learn the dangers of self-diagnosis and how to advocate for yourself when seeking mental health treatment. Find a therapist today.
Abuse and domestic violence: How to recognize it and get help
October 7, 2021
Learn about different types of abuse, including domestic violence, and how to recognize the signs of an abusive relationship. Help is available.
October 7, 2021
Sleep and mental health are closely intertwined, with a lack of sleep leading to worsened mental health concerns and vice versa. Get better sleep today.
October 7, 2021
Learn the different types of self-harm, symptoms of self-harming behaviors, and how to seek treatment for yourself or a loved one.
Mental health effects of sexual assault and abuse
October 7, 2021
Sexual assault affects people physically, mentally, and emotionally. Learn how to recognize, treat, and start to heal from the trauma of assault or abuse.
What is a psychopath? Signs, causes, treatments
October 7, 2021
What are the causes and signs of a psychopath? Can psychopathy be treated? Psychopaths vs. sociopaths? Browse our directory for a therapist near you.
Isolation, loneliness, and mental health
October 7, 2021
Social isolation and loneliness can put your mental and physical health at risk. Learn how to recognize the signs and find help.
October 7, 2021
Schizophrenia is a mental health disorder characterized by hallucinations, delusions, disorganized speech, and disordered thoughts and behaviors.
Baby Boomers and mental health
October 7, 2021
Born between 1946 and 1964, Baby Boomers have witnessed continued shifts in how mental health is discussed across their lifetimes.
Generation Alpha and mental health
October 7, 2021
Generation Alpha’s mental health is still taking shape. Destigmatizing mental health issues will be key to supporting their wellbeing.
Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy
September 22, 2021
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.
Trauma: Types, stages, effects, and treatments
September 15, 2021
Most people will experience at least one trauma in their lifetime. Learn more about trauma disorders, symptoms, and treatment options.
Stress: Causes, types, effects, disorders, and treatments
August 31, 2021
Stress is a natural response to change, but it can affect your health in the long term. Learn how to recognize stress disorders and seek treatment.
Mental health in the workplace
August 25, 2021
Our work environment can play a big role in our mental health. Learn to recognize and treat signs of stress, burnout, discrimination, and other challenges.
Narcissism and narcissistic personality disorder (NPD)
August 25, 2021
Narcissists crave admiration from others. But they’re sensitive to criticism and tend to lack empathy, so they may struggle to form healthy relationships.
Disabilities and mental health
August 25, 2021
Having a disability and struggling with your mental health are two separate conditions that may intersect in different ways.
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
August 25, 2021
ADHD is a disorder characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and/or impulsiveness. Find out more about symptoms, types, and treatment options.
Stress management: How to relieve stress in positive ways
August 11, 2021
Stress management encompasses the techniques, tips, and tools used to deal with stress in healthy ways.
Emotional freedom techniques: Learn how to tap
August 6, 2021
Emotional freedom techniques, or “tapping,” is an alternative form of therapy that combines affirming statements with intentional touch to reduce pain.
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD): Causes and interventions
August 6, 2021
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) affects how people interact, communicate, learn, and behave. Learn more about ASD and discover treatment options.
Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT)
August 6, 2021
Learn more about ACT, a mindfulness-based behavioral therapy that helps you accept what can’t be changed and commit to action where change is possible.
Grief: Stages, symptoms, and support
August 6, 2021
Grief is a natural, human response to loss. A professional grief therapist can help you process your grief and move toward acceptance.
August 6, 2021
Family relationships, especially early ones, make a huge impact on our lives. Explore how they can affect your mental health for better and for worse.
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD): Symptoms and treatments
August 6, 2021
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health disorder characterized by unwanted thoughts (obsessions) that trigger repetitive behaviors (compulsions).
August 5, 2021
Schema therapy helps people identify and meet their core needs by changing negative patterns they’ve developed in thinking about themselves and others.
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT)
August 5, 2021
Emotionally focused therapy (EFT) helps clients identify and understand the emotions that lead to conflict in their relationships.
Mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR)
August 5, 2021
Mindfulness-based stress reduction teaches mindfulness meditation to help people live in the moment and manage stress. Find out more about this practice.
Rational emotive behavior therapy (REBT)
August 5, 2021
Rational emotive behavior therapy helps people identify irrational beliefs that inform their behavior, then replace them with more helpful beliefs.
Play therapy: Types and techniques
August 5, 2021
Play therapy helps children express themselves and solve problems while in a safe and supportive environment. Learn more about what it can treat.
Animal-assisted therapy (AAT) and emotional support animals
August 5, 2021
Learn about the benefits of animal-assisted therapy (AAT) and the difference between service animals, emotional support animals, and therapy animals.
August 5, 2021
Gestalt therapy focuses on experiencing the present moment and understanding how different parts of the self come together to make a whole.
Cognitive processing therapy (CPT)
August 5, 2021
Cognitive processing therapy (CPT) helps people with PTSD identify and resolve the unhelpful trauma-driven beliefs that shape how they see the world.
Psychopharmacology: How medication helps mental health
August 5, 2021
Learn about the basic principles of psychopharmacology and the most common types of medications prescribed for mental illnesses.
August 5, 2021
Born in the 1980s through the mid-1990s, Millennials often struggle with anxiety as a result of living through historic crises and delayed life milestones.
August 5, 2021
Learn the physical and mental health effects of smoking, why it’s so hard to quit, and how you can get the help you need to quit smoking for good.
Mood disorders: Symptoms, causes, and treatment
August 5, 2021
Learn about mood, types of mood disorders, what causes mood disorders, how to get diagnosed, and which therapies are most effective.
August 5, 2021
Personality disorders affect how people see themselves and how they behave toward others. Learn more about different types, causes, and treatment options.
July 28, 2021
Somatic therapy takes a holistic approach to treating trauma, anxiety, and other concerns by exploring how our physical health and mental health interact.
Hypnotherapy: What it is, benefits, success rate, and risks
July 28, 2021
Hypnotherapy is an alternative form of therapy in which clients are guided into a state of calm awareness that makes them more open to suggestion.
Positive psychology: What is “the good life”?
July 28, 2021
Positive psychology is the scientific study of what makes life most worth living, focusing on the strengths and virtues that enable us to thrive.
Goal setting: Tips and techniques
July 28, 2021
Goal setting is the process of identifying, defining, and planning to achieve specific objectives or targets within a desired timeframe.
Executive function: What it means and how it works
July 27, 2021
Executive function helps us solve problems and get things done. If you struggle with everyday tasks, you may need support to manage executive dysfunction.
July 27, 2021
The Dunning-Kruger effect is a type of bias where the less you know about a topic, the more you think you know. Learn to identify and change this behavior.
Social anxiety disorder: Causes, symptoms, and treatment
July 27, 2021
Different from shyness or social awkwardness, social anxiety disorder, also known as social phobia, causes intense fear when socializing with others.
July 23, 2021
Nutrition plays a large role in mental and physical health. It’s important to approach food thoughtfully and be aware of how it affects your mood.
LGBTQIA+ identity and mental health
July 20, 2021
Being a member of the LGBTQIA+ community doesn’t put you at a higher risk of mental illness. But systemic discrimination may jeopardize your mental health.
Pregnancy, early parenthood, and mental health
May 13, 2021
Pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood can be exciting, fraught, and everything in between. Mental health concerns are common during this life transition.