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Emotional Regulation & Grounding, Guides & Tips, Personal, Therapy

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 question isn’t whether humor belongs—it does. The question is how to use it in ways that deepen the work, rather than distract from it. As someone who has both sat...

Guides & Tips, Therapy, Therapy Cards

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 silence three days later, or when a familiar trigger lands a little differently than before. But the space between sessions can also feel blank, disjointed, or too much to hold...

Anxiety, Guides & Tips, Therapy

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....

Confidence & Self-Worth, Guides & Tips, Work & Productivity

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 imposter syndrome—and it's surprisingly common, even among the most accomplished professionals....

Emotional Regulation & Grounding, Guides & Tips, Mental health, Therapy, Therapy Cards

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 has its place, healing happens when emotions are experienced, not just analyzed. Here are 10 practical, in-session strategies to gently guide clients back to feeling: 1. Call Attention to the...

Guides & Tips, Therapy

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 safe enough to share. For many, talking about emotions is unfamiliar, intimidating, or overwhelming. Whether you’re a therapist, coach, or facilitator, helping people access and express their emotions is a...

Guides & Tips, Therapy, Therapy Cards

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, they can be a powerful tool to facilitate deeper emotional work. By using structured prompts and interactive elements, therapy cards help clients name, explore, and process their emotions in a...

Family, Guides & Tips, Mental health, Relationships

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 connections and future aspirations. Engaging in thoughtful reflection allows us to navigate our emotions, recognize patterns, and foster healthier interactions with others and ourselves. Reflecting on Past Relationships Our past...

Family, Guides & Tips

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 bring stress, tension, and emotional challenges as well. Managing interactions during the holidays requires a balance of patience, empathy, and a few thoughtful tools. Here’s a guide to some helpful...

Family, Guides & Tips, Mental health

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. Whether it’s that one relative who knows just how to push your buttons or the subtle tension that lingers from past disagreements, navigating family gatherings can be emotionally taxing. The...
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