Acute stress disorder occurs three days to four weeks after trauma. Discover how to recognize symptoms and find help for you ...

Déjà vu is a false feeling of familiarity with a new experience. Learn about this common phenomenon and the processes behind it.

My name is Monique but known by most as Nikki. I am a licensed professional counselor in South Carolina with over 6 years of experience working as a therapist and life coach. I have worked with ...

I am licensed in Florida with 26 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, coping with addictions, lgbtq+ related issues, & intimacy related ...

The idea behind cultural competence is simple: learn about your clients’ cultures so you can provide better care. This approach has helped many therapists connect with clients from different ...

As a mental health professional, you must do the work to avoid hurtful mistakes commonly made when working with LGBTQIA+ clients. An LGBTQIA+-friendly practice is not the same as an LGBTQIA+-informed ...

Do you find yourself saying yes to every request, even when you’re already overwhelmed? Do you avoid expressing your true feelings to keep others happy? If this sounds familiar, you might be a people ...

Everyone daydreams. For most people, these quick mental breaks are normal and sometimes even helpful. But for some, daydreaming can be a serious problem. Maladaptive daydreaming happens when a person ...

In our digital world, sex happens more virtually than ever before. From streaming pornography to erotic chatrooms, sex cam sites, hookup apps, and even flirtatious text exchanges, online sexual ...

Experiencing PTG doesn’t mean a trauma was “good” or that it didn’t cause damage. It’s an acknowledgement that you can adapt and find new meaning alongside the pain. It’s important to remember that ...

What is a growth mindset? A growth mindset refers to a core belief that our talents can be developed through effort and practice. This contrasts sharply with a fixed mindset, which refers to a belief ...

Layers of education, professional training, and social convention run through the therapist-client bond, but it’s still ultimately a human relationship. It’s impossible for either person to fully ...