Category Archives: Psychotherapy
The Gift of Forgiveness
It is impossible to get through life without being hurt by somebody. All of us know how painful it is to be the target of gossip, lies, or thoughtless remarks. Some have even been wounded by infidelity, abuse, or an … Continue reading
Posted in Death and loss, Psychotherapy, Relationships
Tagged forgiveness, resolution
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Self-Compassion
An amazing resource I have been sharing with clients recently is a book by Dr. Kristin Neff called Self-Compassion: Stop Beating Yourself Up and Leave Insecurity Behind. Dr. Neff is a faculty member and researcher at The University of Texas at Austin. … Continue reading
Posted in Books, Health, Psychotherapy, Relationships, Research
Tagged judgment, Kristin Neff, self critical, self-compassion
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Remove Your Inner Thorn
Anyone who is alive has experienced moments that are painful, hurtful, even wounding. Sometimes these injuries can become debilitating, while other times, we simply lick our wounds and move on. In this interesting interview, Michael Singer, author of The Untethered Soul, speaks … Continue reading
Posted in Books, Health, Psychotherapy
Tagged Michael singer, The Untethered Soul, thorns
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What I’ve Learned about People
My work affords me the amazing privilege of hearing the most intimate details of people’s lives, obviously for the purpose of being of some help to them. I’ve been officially licensed as a psychologist for 17 years, but have done one … Continue reading
Posted in Miscellaneous, Psychotherapy, Relationships
Tagged psychologist, therapy, truths about people
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Listening to Shame
Dr. Brene Brown’s first TED.com talk on the power of vulnerability was an instant hit. I believe her success is directly related to her courage to speak authentically and her ability to shine a light on the most vulnerable aspects … Continue reading
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Tagged authenticity, Brene Brown, courage, shame, vulnerability
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