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Victoria Carney-Paine, LCSW Mental health is my favorite thing to talk about. Ask me how I’m doing and I’ll tell you if I’m a bit stressed, having a really good day or feeling down in the dumps. I understand that I am in the minority group when it comes to chats on mental health. Therapists these days! It is my hope that one day we all feel comfortable talking about mental health. Here are some reasons to make this topic more of a focus. 1. It’s interesting! It can

Contradicting Thoughts and Feelings “I know, on one hand, that I’m good enough. I have a good job, friends and family that love me, I have hobbies, I contribute to the world. Then why, on the other hand, do I not feel good enough?” This is a question I’ve been asked by many people in the therapy room. Often, clients struggle with feelings about their self-image, identity or place in the world contradicting with the logical thoughts about the same things. It is the toughest

Therapy can often feel like a daunting experience, both for the therapist and the client. The emotional weight of discussing personal issues can create barriers that hinder progress. However, one element has the potential to transform these sessions into powerful healing experiences: compassion . This blog post explores the profound impact of compassion in therapy, illustrating how it fosters trust, encourages vulnerability, and ultimately leads to more effective healing. Und