Why a 50-Minute Hour?
“I’m afraid our time is up.” Said at one time or other by most therapists Why not a 15-minute hour, like a physician? Why not
September 13, 2014
Trail Mix
Quick Energy for Your Journey Through Life
A Psychotherapy of One’s Own
There is something in every one of you that waits and listens for the sound of the genuine in yourself. It is the only true
September 8, 2014
Have You Been Read Your Therapy Miranda Rights?
You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say or do can and will be used to help you. You have the right to
August 30, 2014
The Paradoxical Theory of Change
The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.Carl Rogers Try that quote on for size and
May 11, 2014
Why Psychologists “Ignore the Evidence”
Note: This is a response to an article called, “Ignoring the Evidence: Why Do Psychologists Reject Science?” by Sharon Begley in Newsweek on October 12,
October 8, 2013
This is Your Brain on Therapy, Part Deux
Note: If you have not read Part One, please do so before embarking on this article. Thanks! In Part One, we looked at how therapy
July 2, 2013
This is Your Brain on Therapy, Part One
What really happens to your brain when you go to a therapist? Hey, be kind! Let’s start from the very beginning (a very good place
July 1, 2013
In Praise of Slowness
No, I’m not writing a send-up of the Slow Movement or the book that exemplifies the movement’s principles, although what I’m writing about fits that
June 28, 2013
Confessions of an Amoral Therapist, or How Lack of Judgment Can Pay Off
I have a small sign in my office that reads: Notice: This office has been designated a Judgment-Free Zone. Please set your expectations accordingly. Thank
June 3, 2013
Why You Might Want a Generalist in This Age of Specialization
Who wouldn’t want treatment from a specialist who knew exactly how to cure or fix them? I know I would! Sadly, many (most?) people don’t
May 19, 2013