Why do people go to therapy?
Therapy can help you manage mental health symptoms, navigate life changes, and improve your well-being.
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Eight ways to rebuild trust in your relationship
Repairing trust in your relationship is possible. Here’s how to make it happen.
How to live with someone who has narcissistic personality disorder
If you live with someone who has NPD, we have some tips for making your home life less stressful.
First therapy session: What to expect and five simple ways to prepare
Starting therapy is easier and less daunting when you know what to expect.
How long are therapy sessions, and how often should you go to therapy?
Most therapy sessions last 53 minutes, and many people go to therapy once a week.
Mood disorder self-assessment test
Think you may be experiencing symptoms of a mood disorder? Take our free self assessment to learn more.
How is sexual orientation OCD different from questioning your sexuality?
People with this type of OCD experience distressing thoughts about their sexual orientation.
What is the empty chair technique, and how is it used in therapy?
With this technique, you talk to an imagined person, which can help you process unfinished business.
Transference in therapy: What it is and why it matters
When a client projects past feelings or experiences onto their therapist, it’s called “transference.”
Can hoarding be a symptom of OCD?
Compulsive hoarding causes distress and makes it difficult for people to get rid of things they don’t need.
Understanding sensorimotor OCD: Symptoms and treatments
Sensorimotor OCD causes people to obsess about normal bodily functions.
Understanding religious scrupulosity OCD: Symptoms and treatments
People with this form of OCD experience obsessions and compulsions about religion and morality.
