In The Therapy Room

Some clients and therapists strongly prefer the old-fashioned phone to video sessions. What’s so transformative about turning off the camera? Read more

The key to working with a family may be getting parents to see the intergenerational trauma underlying present-day issues. Read more

For the roughly 23 percent of married couples who don’t share a political affiliation, disagreements over a party or candidate can easily escalate into... Read more

We still don’t have a clear and reliable road map for navigating the unique grief that comes with losing a wanted pregnancy. Read more

In challenging times, these simple sensorimotor interventions for depression can be easily used in sessions. Read more

When providing a secure base means overturning conventions. Read more

Helping clients who find themselves single again in midlife navigate a new world of dating. Read more

It takes creativity to apply basic therapy tools, especially when depression has set in and negative cognitions have taken over. Read more

A suicidologist opens up about her personal struggles and what actually helps when working with suicidal clients. Read more

If ever a conference devoted to “The Art of Healing in an Anxious Time” was needed, this is that time. Read more

A technophobic therapist struggles with a new professional reality. Read more

Five therapists recall the up-against-the-wall moments from practice that required them to toss away the usual clinical playbook. Read more

What do you do when you're wrong for the part? Read more

When a challenging clients brings out our true inner colors. Read more

Here are some simple Sensorimotor Psychotherapy interventions that can help those who are feeling depressed and alone. Read more

A controversial method makes talk therapy possible for people who don’t talk. Read more

Of all the meaningful sessions that take place in a therapist’s office, certain ones stand out. In this Symposium storytelling highlight, couples therapist... Read more

Satisfying our needs is a gift our partners give us. Being responsible calls for a willingness to ask clearly and vulnerably for what we want, and to tolerate... Read more

Polyvagal Theory widens the perspective on managing kids’ challenging behaviors. Read more

Being a good traffic cop can mean the difference between success or failure as a couples therapist.* Commentary by Peter Fraenkel Read more

What if a park bench was your waiting room, and nature your co-therapist? A growing group of practitioners, who stroll with their clients not just every once... Read more

Feng shui’s core concern is to put humans in harmony with their physical environment. What can therapists learn from this ancient practice about the... Read more

If a loving couple shares a relationship history with no major deal-breaker issues, is “uncoupling” the best path? Read more

“I’m so distressed,” Stephanie said, immediately reaching for the box of tissues in our first session. “I’ve never felt this much sadness in my... Read more

A new clinician is working with a client who’s expressed some suicidality at times. She's worried about him and thinks it might be a good idea to have him... Read more

Have we unfairly pathologized clients diagnosed with borderline personality disorder? Read more

Some down-to-earth advice on practicing in a small town, where there’s no way to escape being seen and talked about. Read more

Engaging kids in talk therapy is often a frustrating struggle. So what happens when you introduce a video game and some cool bioresponsive tech? Read more

When a male client in a heterosexual relationship confesses that he has sex with men, the therapist must understand he's not necessarily closeted. Read more

In the wake of a loved one’s suicide, therapists must have the patience to sit with clients as the slow and painful process of healing unfolds. CASE... Read more