The narrative of “I’m not good enough” has become far too common across America. It can “plague” people of all kinds of different cultures, incomes, education levels, and income levels. This one thought is the “mother thought of despair.” It can drag you down and overwhelm you with anxiety and depression. This blog will provide seven reasons why these thoughts are happening and make suggestions of how you can feel better fast!

Bridgette GottwaldMarch 18, 2022self esteem, good, criticism, self criticism, comparison, negative, focus, perfectionism, childhood trauma, critical parents, negative social circle, attitude

Therapy Lingo: What Does Termination Mean?

Termination is known as successfully ending the relationship between therapist and client. Yes, we want you to work us out of the job. Don’t worry about us therapists, fortunately, there will always be a high demand for what we do! A client working us out of the job means that they are getting better and improving, and that’s the goal!

Bridgette GottwaldJune 30, 2021body language, therapy, termination, end of treatment, lingo, encourage, compelled, focus, home life, comfortable, guide, end, terminate, relationship

Present Over Perfect, Part I: How Is Therapy Similar to Vinegar?

Has anyone ever told you that it’s okay to see a therapist? Yes, it is okay to see a therapist. Read that again. In fact, 48% of Americans seek counseling and the stigma around mental health has decreased in recent years.

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Why Is Negative Thinking Detrimental and How Do I Combat It? Part II

You may have read part one to this blog series, which began discussing the detrimental nature of negative thinking and offering interventions and suggestions for getting out of the unhealthy spiral. Part II shares some continued things that you can do to work against this corrupt thought process.

Quarreling With Quarantine

I know I’m not the only one who is quarreling with quarantine and disappointed and shocked at how 2020 has turned out thus far. Watching people arguing in the grocery store about toilet paper is something I never expected to see.

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