Approach-Approach vs Avoidance-Avoidance Conflict

We are already practicing conflict daily, whether we like it or not. Not only is conflict impossible to get rid of, but it is an extraordinary place of possibility. Approach-approach and avoidance-avoidance conflict both open a world of opportunity. Therefore, it’s essential to understand how to engage in them fully to ensure optimal growth. According … Read more

Therapy

Curious about therapy? Do you want to pursue a career as a therapist, start seeing a therapist, or just learn more about how therapy differs from other forms of mental health assistance? You’re in the right place.  In 1999, Tony Soprano made an appointment with a therapist. This might not seem like a big deal … Read more

Narrative Therapy Techniques (4 Examples)

Have you ever seen TikToks or memes that talk about “being the main character?” Sometimes they poke fun at different genres of movies, and sometimes they poke fun at ourselves. Other types of content encourage people to treat themselves as the main character of their own story. These ideas aren’t just jokes or memes. They … Read more

Healthy Coping Skills for Anxiety and Stress (Examples)

The ways that we deal with stress may help us in the moment, but harm us later. These are generally regarded as unhealthy coping skills. Coping skills can also be healthy, so let’s learn how you can replace unhealthy coping skills with healthy ones.  What Are Coping Skills?  ​Coping skills, also known as coping mechanisms … Read more

Flooding Therapy (Psychology Definition + Explanation)

Think about your worst fear. Maybe it’s spiders. Or heights. Or public speaking. Maybe this fear doesn’t interfere with your ability to do your job well or live a normal life. If it does, it may be considered a “phobia.” This is a word used to describe extreme or irrational fears. Often, these fears interfere … Read more

Client Centered Therapy (Benefits + Explanation)

You may be a psychology student or someone seeking therapy and wondering what exactly Client Centered Therapy is. In this article, we are going to cover the history of it, along with the benefits and drawbacks of this specific type of therapy.  What is Client Centered Therapy? Developed by Carl Rogers, Client centered therapy is … Read more

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Have you ever considered therapy? That’s not a rude question. I’m genuinely asking if you’ve ever considered visiting a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist. Therapy may be viewed by some as “weak” or a sign that you’re “crazy.” (Just watch the first season of The Sopranos if you don’t believe me.) But often, those views come from … Read more

Systematic Desensitization (Definition + Examples)

Arachnophobia is the fear of spiders. Acrophobia is the fear of heights. Trypophobia is the fear of patterns of small holes. (It’s a thing!) These phobias can be simply a nuisance, or they can have a serious impact on our lives. Phobias like claustrophobia or agoraphobia may keep us inside and away from fun activities. … Read more