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Mental health

When Your Client Has a Disability: What Therapists Often Miss – and What Actually Helps

Working with clients who have disabilities isn’t just about ramps, forms, or “special accommodations.”It’s about power, autonomy, exhaustion, identity, and...

When Clients Say “I Don’t Know” – And They Mean It

We’ve all heard it.The small shrug. The blank pause.“I don’t know.” And maybe sometimes it really is avoidance. But more...

Meeting My Humor Part

What happens when I stop laughing at my pain—and start listening to the part of me that laughs? This week,...

The Role of Humor in Therapy: How to Use It Without Losing Connection

Humor has always found its way into therapy rooms. Sometimes it’s a bridge, sometimes a shield, sometimes a lifeline. The...

Body Awareness Experiment

I tried a little experiment this week.I opened a Google Form with just one question:What is my body feeling, and...

Healing Across Borders: The Story Behind Our Collaboration with EMDR4PEACE

At OK2Feel, everything we create grows out of lived experience, the raw, messy, beautiful work of being human. As someone...

The Difference Between Coping and Masking Your Disability

The line between coping with a disability and masking it is something I've been thinking about a lot lately. It's...

The Space Between Sessions: Helping Clients Hold Emotional Threads

Some of the most meaningful parts of therapy unfold after the session ends—during the drive home, in a moment of...

The Price of Perfection: When the Body Becomes a Battlefield. Thoughts on Death Becomes Her: The Musical

What if chasing eternal youth isn’t about beauty—but about grief? In Death Becomes Her: The Musical, the obsession with perfection...

What Clients Say vs. What They Mean (And What Might Help Us Ask)

Decoding emotionally ambiguous phrases and how to meet them with care and clarity.

How to Manage Imposter Syndrome at Work

Ever looked around your workplace and felt certain everyone would soon discover you're a fraud who doesn't belong there? That's...

When Clients Intellectualize Their Feelings: 10 Ways to Gently Shift Toward Emotional Processing

Some clients explain their emotions instead of feeling them—staying in their heads as a way to stay safe. While insight...

How to Get Clients to Open Up: 8 Practical Strategies

One of the biggest challenges in therapy isn’t just what to say—it’s how to create a space where clients feel...

Therapist’s Guide: Using Therapy Cards to Grow Connection

Therapy cards offer a creative and structured way to explore emotions in sessions. Whether working with couples, individuals, or groups,...

Relationship Reflection Prompts: Past, Present & Future: A list of powerful questions to help couples, friends, or individuals reflect on their emotional journey with love.

Reflecting on our relationships offers valuable insights into our emotional journeys, helping us understand how past experiences shape our present...

Valentine’s Reflection: What Did Love Mean to You as a Kid?

As Valentine’s Day approaches, it’s a perfect time to reflect on how our understanding of love has evolved from childhood...

Love & Play: A Personal Reflection

Growing up, I thought love was about getting things right. Saying the perfect words, showing up in the right way,...

Facing Wildfires and Mental Health Challenges Together

Wildfires, like the ones sweeping through California right now, bring chaos, fear, and uncertainty. If you’re already dealing with mental...

The Power of Visual Prompts in Therapy: How “Parts in Me” and “Emotions in Time” Came to Life

Therapy is often viewed as a space for dialogue—a meeting of minds where healing emerges through conversation. But what happens...

Essential Tools for Navigating Holiday Interactions with Ease

The holiday season brings together loved ones, creating opportunities for joyful memories and cherished traditions. However, these gatherings can sometimes...

Facing Family Dynamics with Compassion and Boundaries This Holiday Season

The holiday season can be a time of warmth and joy, but it can also bring up challenging family dynamics....

Disability & Accessibility

Disability and Identity: Contradictions and Coexistence of Thoughts

Disability and identity are deeply intertwined, often in ways that spark conflicting thoughts and emotions. The internal dialogue surrounding these...

Seeking Validation in a World That Doesn’t Understand My Disability

It’s been over a year since I’ve been able to walk unaided. For short distances, I rely on two walking...

Navigating Job Anxiety: When Mental Health Affects Your Work

If you’ve ever felt like your anxiety is taking over your life—so much so that it’s impacting your ability to...

7 Self Care Tools You Can Use at Home (Even When You Don’t Want to Leave Bed)

Some days, getting out of bed and actively working on your mental health feels impossible. But self-care doesn’t always require...

Self-Care: Why It Should Be a Daily Practice, Not an Emergency Procedure

Let’s be real: most of us treat self-care like that fire extinguisher we keep in the corner—important, but only when...

Next to Normal Review: A Shattering Exploration of Grief, Mental Illness, and Acceptance

I recently had the privilege of flying to London to catch one of the final performances of Next to Normal...

What I Wish I Knew Before Starting My Mental Health Journey

When I first started my mental health journey, I had no idea what I was in for. I thought it...

The Power of “AND”

In a world that often pushes us to choose between one extreme or another—either strong or weak, confident or insecure,...

Anxiety 101: How to Cope When Your Brain Won’t Shut Up

You know that feeling when your brain suddenly decides to become a 24/7 talk show host, constantly bombarding you with...

Art as Therapy: Expressing Emotions Through Creativity

In the journey of managing mental health, we often hear about therapy, medication, or mindfulness practices as effective tools. While...

The Intersection of Physical Health Recovery and Pre-existing Mental Health Struggles

Recovering from a physical health condition is a journey that demands resilience, patience, and strength. However, when this journey is...

Ok2Feel’s Review of Inside Out 2

(Spoilers!) “Inside Out 2” is a continuation of Pixar’s exploration of the emotional inner world, this time delving into the...

Understanding Trigger Warnings: What They Are and What They Aren’t

In recent years, “trigger warnings” have become a topic of considerable discussion, especially in the context of mental health, education,...

The Power of Small Gestures: How Simple Acts Can Help Mental Health

In this world, it’s often the grand gestures and monumental achievements that get the most attention. However, when it comes...

Mental health

Doing Your Best Looks Different Every Day

In our journey through life, the notion of “doing your best” is often portrayed as an unwavering standard of excellence....

Asking for Help: A Sign of Strength, Not Weakness

In a society that often emphasizes self-reliance and independence, asking for help can sometimes feel like admitting defeat. However, reaching...

Normalizing Not Being Okay

In our fast-paced, achievement-oriented society, there’s an unspoken expectation to always be “okay” – to have our lives together, to...

Doing Your Best Doesn’t Mean Pushing Yourself to the Point of a Breakdown

In our fast-paced society, the idea of doing our best often comes with an implicit expectation to push ourselves to...

Entertainment & Media

Severance Season 2 Peek and Split Personality Disorder (DID)

The new footage from Severance season 2 just dropped and I’m already excited. This show’s premise is genius, especially when...

The LGBTQ+ Community: Pioneers in Mental Health Awareness for All

The LGBTQ+ community has been a transformative force in the world of mental health awareness, catalyzing change that benefits everyone,...

The Power of Validating Emotions

When someone is going through a tough time, one of the most healing things we can offer is validation. Simply...

Communicating Your Needs Without Apology

It’s easy to get caught up in people-pleasing and forget that our needs matter too. This can lead to feelings...

Taking a Break Before You Break: The Power of Self-Care

In today’s world, we often push ourselves to the limit, neglecting our mental and physical well-being until we reach burnout....

Why Keep Going: Finding Reasons to Persist Through the Darkness of Depression

When you’re in the depths of depression, it can feel like the entire world has lost its color. Joy, motivation,...

Am I Talking Too Much? Navigating Self-Regulation and Anxiety in Group Settings

Have you ever found yourself in a group conversation, sharing thoughts and stories, only to be hit with a sudden...

Understanding Self-Confidence: A Psychological Perspective (What It Is And How It’s Formed)

Self-confidence is a complex and multifaceted construct that has been studied by psychologists for decades. At its core, self-confidence refers...

Building Self-Confidence: Practical Strategies

Self-confidence is often the key to achieving our goals and living a fulfilling life. When we believe in ourselves and...

A Comprehensive Guide to Social Anxiety: Understanding, and Finding Help

Social anxiety is a common mental health condition that involves intense feelings of fear, nervousness, and self-consciousness in social situations....

Understanding Social Anxiety: What It Is, and How You Can Cope

Social anxiety is a common mental health condition that involves intense feelings of fear, nervousness, and self-consciousness in social situations....

Navigating Social Anxiety: My Personal Journey and Tips for Coping

Hey everyone, it’s Hilit. I hope this finds you well. Today, I want to talk about social anxiety – something...

Helplessness and Trauma: What’s the Link?

Introduction: Trauma is a deeply distressing or disturbing experience that has long-lasting effects on an individual’s mental, emotional, and physical...

Having an Anxiety Attack? Here’s What You Should Do

Having an anxiety attack can be a very frightening and overwhelming experience. It’s a sudden burst of intense fear or...

My Not So Great Experience in Pain Management Group and What I’m Going To Do Next

To be effectively managed, pain must be met and acknowledged. While I often bring lessons from my personal journey, I...

Sometimes Your Heart Needs More Time to Accept What Your Mind Already Knows.

Sometimes, there is a peculiar discord between the mind and heart where the heart lags in accepting what the mind...

Challenges of Siblinghood When One of the Siblings Has a Disability or Mental Health Struggles

Siblings are born to fight and love. When mental health challenges come into play, the battles may seem harder but...

Setting Boundaries at Work for People with Anxiety

Introduction Anxiety affects millions of people around the world and can have a significant impact on one’s personal and professional...

Mental health

10 Social Issues We Don’t Think About That Are Actually Linked to Mental Health

In recent years, the discussion around mental health has become more prominent, highlighting how it intersects with various aspects of...

Mental health

What Does Scribbling Have To Do With Mental Health?

Scribbling, often seen as a mindless activity, has surprising effects on mental health. It can serve as a form of...

Is This Physical or Emotional? Exploring the Mind-Body Connection

For people who suffer from chronic health conditions along with mental conditions, we can find ourselves wondering often which is...

Mental health

Mental Disorders vs. Personality Traits: Understanding the Differences

There is a significant difference between mental disorders and personality traits, but they are often mistaken for each other due...

10 Things people living with chronic pain would like you to know

People living with chronic pain want those around them to understand their experience and how it affects their lives. Here’s...

How feminism helps people struggling with chronic pain

Feminism isn’t just about addressing the wage gap or fighting for women’s positions in boardrooms; it’s also deeply concerned with...

Feminism and Chronic Pain: Unveiling the Invisible Struggle

Chronic pain, a complex and often debilitating condition, affects millions worldwide. However, not all experiences of chronic pain are the...

Breaking the Chains of Internalized Ableism: Embracing Mobility Aids

Living with a disability can be a journey marked by continuous adaptation and self-awareness, especially when it comes to the...

Ever-changing World – Changed Plans and How it Affects People Who Deal With Anxiety, OCD, Attachment Issues, Neurodivergence or Mental Health

Changed plans can spell out a disruption, a small hiccup in regular schedules for most, but for individuals with anxiety,...

Navigating Burnout: Causes, Effects, and Solutions

Introduction: Burnout is a state of mental, emotional, and physical exhaustion caused by prolonged exposure to chronic stress. It has...

15 Mundane Activities Stemming from Anxiety That We Don’t Even Realize

Anxiety often manifests itself in various ways, and many of our daily activities are actually rooted in underlying anxiety. Some...

Understanding the Connection Between Chronic Pain and Mental Health Disorders – Clinical Psychology Review

Introduction Chronic pain and mental health disorders are two interrelated, yet often misunderstood, concepts. Chronic pain not only brings physical...

The Effects of Receiving a Mental Disorder Diagnosis

Introduction Mental disorders are prevalent in society, with millions of people affected by various conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar...

The Controversy Surrounding Personality Disorders: Defining Symptoms, Treatment, and Ethical Questions

Introduction: Personality disorders have been a topic of constant debate among mental health professionals. Despite being categorized in the Diagnostic...

Mental Health in People Who Grew up as Gifted Kids: The Hidden Struggles

Introduction: Gifted children, often defined as those who demonstrate exceptional natural ability in one or more domains, have been a...

Navigating the Fine Line Between Self-Care and Holding Yourself Back

Introduction: In today’s fast-paced world, it’s a challenge to strike a balance between maintaining our mental health and maximizing time...

Guides & Tips

Understanding Seasonal Depression: Causes, Symptoms, and Coping Strategies

Introduction As the weather changes and days become shorter, a significant number of individuals may experience seasonal depression. Also known...

Empowerment in Mental Health: The Meaning, Effects, Opinions and Methods

Empowerment is a frequently used term in mental health discussions, but what does it truly mean? How does it relate...

Navigating the Linguistic Landscape of Mental Health: Terminology and Perception

Introduction: Talking about mental health challenges is essential to increasing awareness and getting better at discussing emotions as a society,...

Addressing Body Image Concerns for People with Disabilities and Exploring Possible Links to Eating Disorders

Introduction:Body image plays an important role in overall mental health and well-being, allowing people to feel comfortable and confident in...

Prioritizing Stability Over Progress: Learning to Recognize My Limits

As someone who is naturally driven and ambitious, I’ve always been focused on the doing – making progress, exploring, learning...

Emotions in Time: The Perfect Gift for Meaningful Connections This Christmas

When it comes to the holiday season, we all look forward to moments filled with warmth, laughter, and connection. But...

Mental health

Navigating Crisis: The Unexpected Resilience of Those with Mental Health Challenges

During times of widespread crisis, it is not uncommon for individuals to experience elevated levels of stress, anxiety, and emotional...

What to Do When You’re Feeling Sad But Don’t Know Why

At times, we may find ourselves feeling down and unable to pinpoint the exact cause of our sadness. It is...

Suicide Ideation Amid Life-Threatening Disasters: A Struggle for Survival

Disasters, both natural and man-made, have always posed a significant threat to people’s lives and livelihoods. Life-threatening catastrophes such as...

The Impact of Physical Disabilities on Body Image and Eating Disorders

Introduction Body image struggles have become increasingly common in our society, where individuals are constantly exposed to the idea of...

The Family’s Role in Eating Disorders: A Closer Look

Eating disorders are complex mental health issues that affect millions of individuals worldwide. These disorders often involve a mix of...

Understanding Passive Suicide Ideation

Ever heard, thought or felt anything on the lines of: “I don’t want to kill myself but I’d rather be...

The Ups and Downs of Work Binges

In today’s stressed life, it’s not uncommon to find people indulging in what’s known as “work binges” – extended periods...

Other

Tips for Managing Anxiety While Working from Home

In today’s fast-paced world, it’s quite common for people to experience anxiety at some point in their lives. This can...

Other

The Power of Community Building as a Form of Activism

We often think of activism as a public demonstration, a form of protest seeking to bring about change. While large-scale...

Debunking the Myth: Self-Harm and Attention Seeking

Introduction: Self-harm is an issue that affects people of all ages and backgrounds. It involves intentionally hurting oneself as a...

Other

Is Self-Harm Attention Seeking? Understanding the Complexities of Self-Injury

When discussing the topic of self-harm, many people may default to the assumption that those who engage in self-harming behaviors...

Exploring the Connection Between LGBTQ+ and Increased Risk for Mental Disorders

Introduction In recent years, greater attention has been paid to the mental health challenges faced by those who identify as...

Other

The Link Between LGBTQ+ Identity and Increased Risk for Mental Disorders: The Role of Acceptance at Home

Introduction The LGBTQ+ community has experienced significant strides in recent years, with increased visibility, and the ongoing battle for civil...

Mental Health & Society

The Connection Between Feminism and Mental Health

In today’s world, understanding the strong connection between feminism and mental health is significate. This bond exists because feminism is...

Mental Health and Sleep Patterns: How To Improve Sleep For Mental Health

In our fast-paced world, mental health often takes a back seat. Worryingly though, this results in numerous negative consequences that...

Control: A Double-Edged Sword Within Ourselves

Control serves as a crucial aspect that each of us possesses within ourselves. It offers a sense of power and...

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Suicide Ideation: What It is and How it’s Treated

Suicidal thoughts can be overwhelming and deeply distressing, affecting countless people around the globe. It’s often a sign of various...

Overthinking Social Interactions – Why And How To Stop

I’m writing this post with that annoying ache in my chest. I just left a social interaction and now I’m...

Creative Writing & Self-Expression

Drawing : Weight of Pain

They Say Exercise Will Help Your Mental Health – But is it Really That Simple?

Exercise has been shown to be effective in improving mental health and reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression. However, the...

How To Start Working Out for People With Anxiety & Depression

the tricky spot when they say you exercise will help anxiety and depression. How? exercising is good for you –...

Creative Writing & Self-Expression

Poem: Path of Pain

Pain, a constant companion,A shadow that never leaves,It lingers in the bones, the muscles,Reminds me what I can’t achieve. I...

Creative Writing & Self-Expression

A Poem About Guilt

I apologize for taking up space,For existing in this time and place.For every breath I take, every step I make,I...

Identifying and Preventing Burnout

???? Identifying and Preventing Burnout ???? Burnout is a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and...

Severance – Trauma and Dissociative Coping Mechanisms

Severance is a captivating TV show that explores (though not explicitly) the concept of dissociation, trauma, and dissociative identity disorder...

My Personal Journey With Expressing Emotions

When my mental disorders started, I found myself struggling to even name the emotions that I was feeling. It was...

Returning to Routine After a Vacation

???? Returning to Routine After a Vacation in London: My Struggle with Pain and Anxiety ???? I recently returned from...

Going Back to Balance After a Vacation While Dealing With Anxiety or Pain

Going back to balance and routine after vacation can be a difficult transition for anyone, but it can be especially...

Intrusive Guilt: Understanding and Overcoming Unwanted Feelings of Guilt

Guilt is a natural emotion that we all experience from time to time. It can serve as a helpful reminder...

Guilt as a Personal and a Social Issue

Guilt can be such a tricky emotion to deal with, you know? It’s normal to feel it when we’ve done...

Mental health

10 benefits of openly expressing emotions

We, as humans, are incredibly intricate beings with a vast array of emotions. Yet, it’s sometimes tough to truly express...

Imposter Syndrom: For Real

As I think about the topic of imposter syndrome, one thing that constantly comes to mind is self doubt. Why...

Navigating the Job Market with Anxiety: Strategies and Support

For individuals dealing with anxiety, the job market can present a daunting landscape. Still, with an understanding of available support...

10 Things I Would Tell My Younger Self When She First Started Having Panic Attacks:

If you’ve ever experienced a panic attack, you know just how terrifying they can be. In the moment, it can...

Mental health

Beyond Denial: The Art of Recognizing and Accepting Your Emotions

The journey of emotional management is often paved with the complex process of self-discovery and acceptance. At the very core...

You Won’t Get It: Exploring the Disconnect Between Complex Thoughts and Spoken Words

In the vast landscape of our inner worlds, thoughts run wild and free, often untamed and untranslatable. Our minds are...

Guide: Improving Emotional Regulation skills

Being able to manage our emotions plays a crucial role in maintaining overall well-being. To enhance your emotional regulation abilities,...

Getting Medical Care While Dealing with Anxiety

Seeking medical care while dealing with anxiety or other mental disorders can be incredibly difficult, but understanding the process and...

Breathing Exercises for Anxiety: A Path to Mindful Relaxation

Introduction Anxiety can be a debilitating condition that affects millions of people around the world. It can manifest itself in...

Mental health

“Positive” Psychology?

Positive psychology, with its focus on happiness, well-being, and personal growth, has gained widespread popularity as a path to a...

Dealing with Depression: A Guide for Friends and Family

Dealing with depression can be a challenging experience, not just for the person suffering, but for their loved ones as...

10 Not-So-Positive Sides to Positive Psychology

ositive psychology is a field that focuses on the positive aspects of human experience, such as happiness, well-being, and flourishing....

You Don’t Have to Be Positive All the Time: The Freedom of Feeling Your Emotions

In today’s world, the mantra of “good vibes only” and “positive thinking” is everywhere. While there’s certainly value in cultivating...

More Than a Feeling: When Emotional Pain Becomes Physical

The prevailing notion that stress and trauma can be shrugged off with a stiff upper lip or the passage of...

Mental Health & Society

The Positive Impact of Feminism on Emotional Legitimacy and Mental Health

Feminism has come a long way in advocating for the rights and equality of all genders, making it an essential...

Managing Chronic Pain From an Emotional Perspective

Dealing with chronic pain can be an incredibly taxing experience. Not only is there the physical discomfort to contend with,...

What is Psycotherapy?

Therapy can be an incredibly helpful tool for managing mental health. With its various forms and techniques, psychotherapy has been...

Mental Health & Society

Changing Your Mind – Mental Health Gift

It’s okay to change your mind when presented with new information! It’s even a positive quality from a mental health...

What is CBT therapy and how does it work?

CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) is a highly effective form of psychotherapy that has been widely used to treat a variety...

Mental health

Exploring the Different Types of Emotions

Emotions are an integral part of human experience. They can be positive or negative, and they vary in intensity. There...

Mental health

CBT vs Dynamic Psychology

Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dynamic psychology are two widely used therapeutic approaches in the field of psychology. While both seek...

How to exercise with anxiety, depression and mental health struggles?

There’s a tricky part when they say exercise will help your anxiety and depression – how? Exercising is good for...

Mental health

What is the purpose of emotions?

Have you ever been overwhelmed by negative emotions and found yourself thinking “what is this good for? It’s such a...

What is the Diffrence Between CBT and Dynamic Psychology?

CBT and dynamic psychology are two popular approaches used in the field of psychology. Both approaches have their own unique...

Mental health

Emotional Regulation

Looking up mental disorders, the term emotional regulation keeps coming up, we know that we struggle with it, but what...

Anxiety

“Trust Your Guts”? What It Truly Means For People With Anxiety

Trusting your gut feeling can be a complex issue for people with anxiety. The concept of trusting one’s gut, also...

The Impact of Depression on Sleep Quality and Energy Levels

Depression can profoundly affect an individual’s sleep quality and energy levels, often resulting in a debilitating cycle that can be...

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