Unconditional positive regard is a term used by humanist psychologist Carl Rogers to describe a technique used in his non-directive, client-centered therapy.1 According to Rogers, unconditional positive regard involves showing complete support and acceptance of a person no matter what that person says or does. The therapist accepts and supports the client, no matter what they say or … Read more
Kleptomania is a condition characterized by an irresistible urge to steal. People will steal items that they do not need, that they could afford to buy, or that have little to no monetary value. Individuals with kleptomania experience tension that is relieved by committing the theft.1 Kleptomania often emerges sometime during adolescence and appears more … Read more
Psychotherapists sometimes encourage clients to perform behavioral experiments that test the reality of their beliefs. It’s a powerful cognitive behavioral therapy technique that can help people recognize that their assumptions aren’t necessarily accurate. What you think and believe isn’t always true. But holding onto some of those beliefs might cause you to suffer. For example, someone who … Read more
What Is Adolescent Psychology? Adolescent psychology refers to the unique mental health needs of adolescents (defined as individuals between 10 and 19 years of age).1 Many people have an idea of what traditional talk therapy looks like with adults, and they might have an idea of what play therapy looks like with young children. Adolescents are a distinct group, … Read more
What is integrative therapy? Integrative therapy involves techniques from multiple therapeutic orientations to treat a client’s unique problem. Integrative therapists believe that tailoring the therapy to the individual achieves the most significant effects. Unlike some single-school approaches, integrative therapy is not restricted to a particular methodology or school of thought. Instead, therapists can draw on … Read more
As a parent, you want what is best for your child. You want to take care of them and provide them with whatever support and resources they need to thrive. It can be challenging to know what those resources are, though. So, how do you know if your child might need therapy? What Does Therapy … Read more
If you’re looking for a therapist for your child, it’s likely that you’re feeling overwhelmed. It is hard to watch your child struggling and feel like it’s out of your hands. But just as you’d take your child to the doctor for a broken bone, think of taking your child to a therapist the same … Read more
Long gone are the days when psychedelics and hallucinogenics were solely illegal substances used on the clubbing and underground circuits. In fact, these days, it is possible to get psychedelic teletherapy from home to treat depression and other mental health conditions. With the legalization of marijuana, Americans’ attitudes towards these substances are loosening—along with research showing … Read more
The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders Fifth Edition Text Revision (DSM-5-TR) substantially updates the DSM-5, which was originally published in 2013. The Major Changes The new text revision incorporates some significant changes. It adds Prolonged Grief Disorder and specific coding for suicidal and self-harming behavior, updates language around sex and gender, and changes the … Read more
Whether you’ve been in therapy for a long time, or are just starting out, you may be wondering how long you should continue. You may be unsure of how you’ll know when it’s time to stop therapy. You may be hoping that you’ll be able to end therapy soon, or you may be questioning if you’ve been in … Read more