How to Choose a Good Therapist Question: I’m on the eighth session of marriage counseling and this is the first time my husband and I have gotten this kind of help. We don’t really know what to expect, but it doesn’t seem like we are getting anywhere. We fight in front of her the same way we fight […]
What is My Part in Getting the Most Out of Counseling? Here are some more suggestion about getting the most out of therapy. Therapy is an investment of time and money. There is no such thing as a perfect therapist with a magic wand. Like anything the more you put into it the more you […]
In a quick review of our series, there are major influences that imprint our lives: Family of Origin (FOO) #1: We were created by God in His image and likeness… eternal creatures who would have fellowship with God as do the angels as well as have closeness with a created being on our level… another human […]
How to Choose a Good Therapist We are often asked for referrals from all over the United States for therapists who are familiar with our approach. Do you have someone trained in our area? How can you find a good therapist? Here are some suggestions. First of all, you are the consumer. Ask questions. Shop […]
What is your part in getting the most out of counseling? Here are some more suggestions about getting the most out of therapy. Therapy is an investment of time and money. There is no such thing as a perfect therapist with a magic wand. Like anything, the more you put into it the more you […]
Am I with the right counselor? Having gone myself to a number of different therapists, I wish I had had some of the advice back then that I can offer now. Unfortunately, the bell shaped curve applies. There are some very bad therapists mixed in with some fair therapists and then there are some very […]
Common Problems for Each of the Love Styles in Therapy Each of the love style responds in predictable ways to therapy. Here are some of the issues we see over and over. Therapists need to understand and be able to navigate these common issues. Avoiders: Avoiders don’t see any problem with their past. They often […]