It’s the job of a therapist to tell clients about truths they’ve been avoiding; because this stirs up pain and discomfort, they sometimes react with anger and even hatred.
Category: The Psychotherapy Relationship
The (Sometimes) Awful Truth
Personal growth involves learning to feel deeply, however painful those feelings may be, and to think clearly about our experience.
Why Most People Don’t Really Change
Most people don’t change, they just become more the way they already are.
Choosing a Therapist with a Psychodynamic Perspective
If you value my approach but feel that going it alone isn’t for you at the moment, here are some guidelines for choosing a therapist who might have a compatible orientation. I’ll begin with some general suggestions about how to interview any mental health professional; I’ll conclude with specific suggestions for finding one who’ll offer… Continue reading Choosing a Therapist with a Psychodynamic Perspective
Online Therapy
Information concerning online psychotherapy and online counseling provided by clinical psychologist Joseph Burgo.