Therapy Thursday

I've discussed in past episodes how acting like a toddler when they are in their "why?" phase can be very helpful for mental health. Let's dive in deeper with a common example of how this principle can be used. Originally shared May 20, 2021 on Instagram @tjcounseling.

We often hear "scarcity mindset" talked about when referring to money. But there are deep emotional principles behind the scarcity mentality, and if we understand them, we can control them.  Originally shared May 13, 2021 on Instagram @tjcounseling. 

I hear statements like this all the time in sessions - "I don't want to complain, other people have it worse." I even shared a TikTok that went mini-viral about it. So why does this resonate so much with so many people?  Originally shared May 6, 2021 on Instagram @tjcounseling.

The Office is undeniably on of TV's most popular and most-quoted shows. But what can it teach us about mental and emotional health? Well let's take a few pages from the book of everyone's favorite Assistant to the Regional Manager. Originally shared April 29, 2021 on Instagram @tjcounseling

It can be very uncomfortable or downright embarrassing for many of us to ask for help. Much of our society tells us that self-sufficiency is more important than anything else. But lets work to normalize the fact that we all need help sometimes. Originally shared April 22, 2021 on Instagram @tjcounseling

Sounds crazy right? The idea that bad habits actually have benefits? Well let's take a closer look and see what those bad habits are all about. Originally shared April 15, 2021 on Instagram @tjcounseling. 

Parkinson's Law states that any work will expand to fill the time allotted to it. Is this true? If so, how can we use it to our advantage when it comes to our mental health? Originally shared April 8, 2021 on Instagram @tjcounseling. 

As the world continues to make progress in the LGBTQ+ sphere, the unfortunate truth is that transgender people continue to face a very difficult battle. In this episode, I hope to help in whatever small way I can through education.  Originally shared April 1, 2021 on Instagram @tjcounseling

We all spend a huge amount of time worrying about what other people are thinking. But not only is that usually unhelpful, it's actually downright impossible.  Originally shared March 25, 2021 on Instagram @tjcounseling. 

What is codependency exactly? It is sort of a buzz-word that gets thrown around couples and relationships, but what does it really mean and what can we do about it? Originally shared March 18, 2021 on Instagram @tjcounseling

Language has always fascinated me, and in this episode we dive in to how subtle shifts in language and word choice can make a big difference for your mental and emotional health.  Originally shared March 11, 2021 on Instagram @tjcounseling

I probably should have planned better and saved this topic for October, but I love the analogy of haunted houses when thinking about how we face our fears. So let's dive in. Originally shared March 4, 2021 on Instagram @tjcounseling.

You've probably heard the old adage, "You can't pour from an empty cup." But I see so many clients trying to do this. Let's examine how self-care actually enables you to be more helpful and healthy in the long run. Originally shared February 25, 2021 on Instagram @tjcounseling 

One of the most basic tenants of therapeutic work is learning how to shift our perspectives around what happens to us in our life. This isn't about being delusional or rose-colored glasses - it's about harnessing the power to control your world. Originally shared February 18, 2021 on Instagram @tjcounseling.

If you are familiar with the world of improv, you might know one of the cardinal rules is to use "yes, and..." in scenes. But this principle is also incredibly helpful in therapy to dissect our emotional needs. Originally shared February 11, 2021 on Instagram @tjcounseling

Confirmation bias impacts almost every aspect of our day to day life. Let's examine where it comes up, why it affects us so much, and what we can do to minimize the negative impacts of it.  Originally shared February 4, 2021 on Instagram

Rejection is a very hard, but very unavoidable, part of life. But understanding ourselves and why rejection hurts can actually help to soften the blow. Originally shared January 28, 2021 on Instagram @tjcounseling.

We have talked a lot about how important and helpful therapy can be. But the very beginning process of finding a therapist who works for you can be overwhelming. So let's dive in to help de-mystify the process.  Originally shared January 21, 2021 on Instagram @tjcounseling.

Autism is a diagnosis that almost everyone knows about, but very few people actually understand what it means. Let's dive in to better understanding what autism really is, and also what it is not. Originally shared January 14, 2021 on Instagram @tjcousneling.

Just like loans, emotions can accrue interest rates. Unfortunately, this often means that when we put off our emotional needs for a later date, we end up paying a lot more than if we had just dealt with it up front. Originally shared on January 7, 20201 on Instagram @tjcounseling.

It's New Years Eve, which means resolutions. But so many of us set resolutions that we end up breaking within the first two months of the new year. Here is a great hack you can use to really stick with your resolutions! Originally shared December 31, 2020 on Instagram @tjcounseling

Here's just a short message to enjoy on Christmas Eve. Stay well! Originally shared on December 24, 2020 on Instagram @tjcounseling.

Although perfectionism is often joked about as the cliche go-to answer for that "What is your biggest weakness" question at a job interview, perfectionism is actually a really big issue for many people's mental health. Originally shared December 17, 2020 on Instagram @tjcounseling

This is a wonderful analogy for anxiety and depression that comes from Dungeons and Dragons. Yes, I'm fully aware that I'm outing myself as a total nerd, but stick with me because it's a great analogy! Originally shared December 10, 2020 on Instagram @tjcounseling

One things I often hear from people considering therapy is that they can just talk to their friends about their problems, so they don't need a therapist. Let's talk about the many important differences between what friends and therapists can offer you. Originally shared December 3, 2020 on Instagram @tjcounseling.