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Live Life Well: Exploring the pros and cons of group therapy A shortage of professionals can lead to long waits for an individual appointment. https://lnkd.in/gxCh8X5V

[NEW BLOG] A Gentle Guide to Ending Therapy: Navigating Therapy Termination - by Elise Robinson, LCSW | Empowered Therapy in NJ + MA Therapy can end for any number of reasons. No matter what the motivation is, ending therapy can actually be a positive experience instead of an awkward break-up from ending the therapy relationship. In fact, when therapy termination is done right, there’s closure and peace for both the client and the therapist. Read from a clinical therapist about reasons to terminate therapy, how to end therapy, and how to cope with the changes.

Some people wonder if they should choose IOP over individual therapy? But actually, there is no need to choose. Both offer invaluable things. In fact, we help connect each of our clients in group with an individual therapist. Some benefits of individual therapy: - This is time focused just on you. For many, this is the only time in their lives that they are not caring for others, pulled in several directions at once, or subjected to others’ emotional reactions about how they feel. This is time to breathe, to focus solely on you. - You are able to go more deeply into your own mind and emotions. In group, you may choose to share more carefully about sensitive topics. Also, time doesn’t allow for the depth of processing that can occur one-on-one. - Due to the private setting, you can develop a strong connection and trust with your therapist. The most important thing for any therapeutic relationship to work is a good connection. When you develop a trust and level of respect with your therapist, you can depend on a sense of safety and support, may have something to look forward to, and feel there is someone in the world who understands and accepts you on a deeper level that you don’t show to just anyone. Now, sometimes individual therapy is enough. But there are times in life where you need more support. Where you need need concentrated time to learn about yourself, build a blueprint for how things can get better, and to think without so much stress. This is what attending IOP can provide. Call our office at 314-388-2225 to learn more. #therapy #mentalhealth #connection #healing

New blog post about our unique approach to therapy live now! Dive more deeply into our ethos and read about how we provide special, one of a kind care to our clients. https://lnkd.in/esp7ncm2

And a deep awareness of self as professional tool of practice 💐

The progression in therapy is variable for everyone and uniquely individualized. Rarely is there linear, easy progression characterized by instant relational connection with a therapist, immediately fixing problems, getting direct advice or having consistent epiphanies. Therapy can often be described as work. In therapy you work to build a healthy and trusting relationship with your therapist, sometimes you might be at a loss of what to talk about, or you might feel like you only see slow progression. However, as your therapist we are right alongside you to help you navigate the uncomfortable, powerful and healing realizations and growth that come with therapy. We help you develop new skills and offer challenging perspectives to support you. Never compare your journey because you are exactly where you are meant to be and we are here to help you achieve your goals. #mentalhealthawarenessmonth #MHAM2024 #therapyprocess #healingjourney

Adding to the list: - understand and communicate their limitations - honour their own needs in the session - do the work themselves - thoughtful insights which remind me they’re just as human as I am (my favourite) 🤍

A skilled therapist can help guide individuals through the stages of change by showing them path from pre-contemplation to action, and ultimately, to a place of lasting transformation and self-discovery. https://lnkd.in/ehiZDU_F

There are many reasons why you should be willing to pivot in therapy. Here's two that I think are underrated: 1. Trust You might hope that your client trusts you from the start. After all, you have good intentions. But it's worth remembering that many of our clients have been hurt by people who claimed to have good intentions. So you have to prove you can be trusted over many sessions. And as trust increases, so does the information you have to work with. You get let into aspects of your client's life that you never would have at the initial assessment. 2. Insight It takes time for insight to develop. When it does, it's common for that to change a client's goals. Insight can bring them into contact with what actually matters to them. This again is something that is unlikely to happen at the initial assessment. It's always worth remembering that our work improves when we are willing to change with our clients.

How is your ‘Happiness Meter? How is your ‘Healthier Meter? Are you searching for strategies for a healthier and happier life? Would you like relief from past negative experiences? Mindy Kollman is a Registered Clinical Counsellor who works in collaboration with her clients and empowers them to develop positive strategies for a healthier and happier lifestyle. Mindy’s profile can be found on the website under her name, Mindy Kollman and Registered Clinical Counsellor and these search words: Anxiety, Stress, Therapy, Positive Strategies. Mindell (Mindy) Kollman (She/Her)