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A female therapist stands and uses group therapy icebreaker questions with her therapy group of four adults

Group Therapy Icebreakers

Looking for mental health icebreaker questions? These group therapy icebreakers include group therapy icebreakers for adults and adolescents. Despite its … Continued

A cliseup photo of the eye of a therapy client who is curious about trying EMDR therapy

EMDR Therapy

If you’ve ever wondered what’s involved in EMDR therapy, this article describes EMDR therapy—or eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy.  … Continued

An illustration of a therapist working with difficult therapy clients sitting on a blue couch

Working With Difficult Therapy Clients

Maybe you recognize that feeling—that sense of dread you feel in your stomach as a particular client’s appointment is approaching. … Continued

A female therapist works at her laptop computer to figure out what is practice management software and whether she needs it

What is practice management software?

If you’re a therapist or counselor in private practice, and you’ve heard someone mention practice management software, you might be … Continued

An illustration of a female therapist in private practice working at her desk holding a coffee

The 4 Stages of Starting a Private Practice

For therapists the initial pull toward starting a private practice may feel like a true calling—a deep, intrinsic urge to … Continued

Handhold of two loved ones, while one encourages the to consider starting therapy.

How Do You Talk to Someone About Starting Therapy?

As a therapist, the most common question I am asked by clients, family, and friends alike is, “How do I … Continued

Three teenage girls discuss their therapy journeys and the therapy activities for teens they have tried with their therapists

9 engaging therapy activities for teens

Looking for enjoyable therapy activities for teens? Whether you’re a therapist or counselor who sees teen clients, or you have … Continued

Four adults in group therapy embrace as they watch the sunset together as part of a group therapy activity

Group Therapy Activities for Adults

When your caseload is too high and your clients could benefit from camaraderie built on shared experiences, you may want … Continued

Members of a therapy support group hold hands as they participate in motivational group therapy activities

Motivational Group Therapy Activities

Curious about how to facilitate a group therapy session? These motivational group therapy activities can ensure your clients get the … Continued

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