Question: I’ve been having a few sessions with a client who consistently directs their attention towards discussing other people in their life rather than focusing on their own experiences. It seems that they are more comfortable delving into the details of their relationships, family dynamics, and friends’ issues, but when it comes to exploring their […]
Question: I have been working with a client who is currently struggling with depression, and I’d like to seek your guidance on how to best approach their situation. In our sessions, the client is extremely reserved, often finding it challenging to articulate their thoughts and feelings. Despite my efforts to create a safe and empathetic […]
As the year comes to a close, it’s important to reflect on the past year and express gratitude for ourselves and others. Year-end reflection and gratitude can have significant benefits for our mental health and well-being. While it can be tempting to think about where things went wrong and what could have gone better, thinking […]
Grief is a complex and deeply personal experience, but not all forms of grieving are readily acknowledged or supported by society. Enter disenfranchised grief, a concept that sheds light on the unspoken sorrows many people endure without the recognition or validation they deserve. Disenfranchised grief refers to losses that, typically, aren’t supported by traditional perspectives […]
