Therapy Isn’t a Download – It’s a Practice
Therapy insight alone won’t change your life. Growth happens between sessions—when you practice what you’ve learned in real life.
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How to Talk About the Things That Still Feel Hard in Therapy
Learn how to bring up the hard things in therapy safely—and how therapists can receive those moments with care and respect.
What You Don’t Say in Therapy Still Speaks Volumes
Learn why we hold back in therapy, what it really means, and how to start sharing more honestly and safely with your therapist.
Setting Boundaries & Staying Safe in Online Therapy
Online therapy has opened doors for so many people. It’s accessible, convenient, and can feel less intimidating than sitting face-to-face in an office. But just because you’re meeting on screen doesn’t mean you should turn your boundaries off.
My Therapist Asks Too Personal of Questions
Therapy can be vulnerable—it’s kind of the point. You’re opening up about things you might not be able to share with anyone else, so when your therapist asks a deeply personal question, it can feel… confusing.
My Therapist Talks About Themselves – A Lot!
Therapy is your time. It’s where you get to unpack your thoughts, work through feelings, and figure out your next steps with someone there to guide you. So, what does it mean when your therapist keeps steering the conversation toward their own life?
My Therapist Buys Me Coffee & Gifts
Therapy is meant to be professional, supportive, and focused on your well-being. So, when your therapist starts buying you coffee, snacks, or even gifts, it might feel nice at first—and it can also be confusing.
Questionable Methods In Therapy
Safeguarding Therapy emphasizes the importance of asking questions of your therapist, educating yourself, and feeling empowered to make informed decisions about your therapy. If you are ever wondering “why” during a session, you need to be brave, speak up and ask your therapist to explain their methodology.
How Do I Tell My Therapist I Want to Quit?
Deciding you want to end working with your current therapist can be tough. It can bring up feelings of sadness, failure, and doubt. These difficult emotions can cause you to delay the conversation about ending therapy. Some relationships with therapists continue longer than necessary because it’s hard to end them.
How Do I Know If Therapy Is Working?
Therapy often leads to profound changes, though these may not be immediately noticeable. While you may experience breakthroughs early on, most people notice subtle shifts in their thoughts and behaviors over time.
