by Dr Aletta | May 8, 2019 | Good Therapy, Inspiration, Mental Health
The word ‘lobbyist’ does not stimulate Quixotic images of inspired professionals setting out to protect the citizenry for the greater good. ‘Lobbyist’ usually brings up quite the opposite reaction, like a bad smell suddenly entering the room....
by Dr Aletta | Mar 5, 2019 | Good Therapy, Uncategorized
This has happened so many times. I’m working with a client. In the middle of a session, deep in conversation. They let out a “F&%k” or a “Sh*t!” after which, as if they had emitted a very loud, involuntary fart, they slap their hand...
by Tacianna Indovina | Feb 26, 2019 | Anxiety, Depression, Good Therapy
Why try therapy? That’s a great question. Let me tell you a story, and then I’ll tackle some common objections to trying therapy. I got a free trial of Sirius radio a few years ago when I bought my car. I was changing channels and stumbled upon Jonah Hill...
by Tacianna Indovina | Feb 12, 2019 | Good Therapy, Happiness, Positive Psych
Can therapy be fun? Therapy is tough work! Some people say they feel exhausted after a counseling session. After all, it often involves talking about feelings and life events that are very difficult. At the same time, it can be fun and humorous! Humor is an important...
by Dr Aletta | Feb 5, 2019 | Anxiety, Body/Mind, Depression, Good Therapy, Self-Esteem, Stress
There are a lot of people out there who could use a good therapist only they don’t know it. Do you wonder if you could use a therapist’s help but always seem to talk yourself out of it? You could think you are functioning just fine and still be in need of...
by Dr Aletta | Nov 8, 2018 | Depression, Good Therapy
About 5% of the world’s population suffers from depression at some time. In the US, depression is the leading disability for people between 15 and 45 years of age. The leading disability! That’s ahead of cancer and heart disease! Chances are really good that you...
