Video games are often viewed as simple entertainment, but they have increasingly become meaningful tools in counseling, especially for children, teens, and young adults. Because gaming is already a part of many clients’ daily lives, integrating it into therapy can strengthen the connection with a client, and it can give the client a safe place... Continue Reading →
In the first part of this blog series, we explored how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected and how patterns like negative thinking and schemas can shape our experiences. But awareness alone isn’t enough to create lasting change. In this second blog we’ll survey the practical tools that Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) provides to help... Continue Reading →
Part One: Foundations Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is one of the most widely used and practical approaches in mental health care today. At its core, CBT helps people understand how their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are deeply connected and how changing one can influence the others. This two-part series will break down the key ideas... Continue Reading →
There are many different types of therapies that counselors and therapists can specialize in. It can be confusing to understand what type of therapy would work best for you, but I have compiled a simple explanation of a few commonly used therapies to help you better understand. What works for someone else may not work... Continue Reading →
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