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Continue reading →: 8 Things Your Therapist Wishes You Would Stop Doing (and What to Do Instead)Therapists want you to feel comfortable – but there’s a difference between being real and breaking boundaries. From ghosting sessions to treating therapy like a hangout, here are eight things your therapist wishes you’d stop doing (and what to do instead) to build trust, respect, and real progress in your…
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Continue reading →: What to Do If You’re Dissatisfied with Your Therapist (and How to Report Them)Therapy is meant to be a safe space where you can heal, grow, and feel heard. But sometimes, that’s not what happens. Maybe you feel uncomfortable, dismissed, or even unsafe. If you’re dissatisfied with your therapist, you have options — both for protecting your well-being and holding your therapist accountable,…
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Continue reading →: Going to Therapy Doesn’t Mean You’re Weak—Here’s WhyTherapy isn’t about being “broken”—it’s about being brave. From breaking cultural stigmas to facing uncomfortable truths, this piece explores why asking for help is one of the strongest things you can do. Vulnerability takes courage, and every session is proof of your resilience.
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Continue reading →: How to Calm Your Nerves Before Therapy (Without Ghosting Your Therapist)Feeling nervous before therapy? You’re not alone. Opening up to a new therapist can feel intimidating, but those nerves are often a sign you’re about to do something brave. In this post, Dr. Traci Williams shares practical tips to calm pre-session anxiety, what to expect during your first appointment, and…
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Continue reading →: How to “Do the Work” Outside of SessionsTherapy can help you break unhealthy patterns, cope with trauma, and heal your relationship with yourself and others. (The list goes on, trust us!) But progress happens faster when you apply what you learn in sessions to real life. You have to “do the work,” so to speak. This means…
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Continue reading →: How to Know If You Actually Need TherapyWondering if therapy is right for you? From constant overwhelm and negative self-talk to changes in sleep, relationships, and coping habits, these are signs it may be time to talk to a professional. In this interview, wellness writer Twyla Adkins speaks with licensed counselor Marshaya Rountree, who shares why therapy…
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Continue reading →: How to Find a Therapist in 2025: A Complete Guide to Affordable Mental Health SupportLooking for therapy but not sure where to start? This 2025 guide shows you how to find a therapist using insurance, employer programs, directories, and free or low-cost mental health resources – plus exactly what to say when you reach out.
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