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We need to be mindful of our thoughts
During #stayathome, we invited Katja Lesar, a psychodynamic psychotherapy, to the interview to shed light on the thoughts and events we are all witnessing in this unique situation.Read more
Why is it so hard to stay at home?
How does the #stayathome mandate impact our psychological health, and how can we help ourselves through it?The coronavirus has put the world on "pause" and forced most of us to stay at home. By maintaining physical distance from others, we reduce our own risk of infection, as well as the risk for older and more vulnerable groups. None of us has experienced a situation like this before, where saving lives involves staying at home.
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Grieving Requires Space and Time
Every year, especially on the Day of the Dead, we remember our loved ones who are no longer with us in this life but still remain in our hearts, thoughts, and memories. Death is the final act of every life, and no one can avoid it; however, we can prepare ourselves to a certain extent and accept it more easily as the ultimate milestone of our existence.Read more
Dr. Yalom Discovers the Benefits of Online Psychotherapy
Even the wisest, most experienced, and open-minded experts in the field of psychotherapy can sometimes view new developments in psychotherapy with a degree of skepticism. A few years ago, the founders of the online platform Talkspace invited Dr. Irvin D. Yalom, a world-renowned existential psychotherapist and author of many bestselling books in the field of psychotherapy, to collaborate with them. His initial reaction to online psychotherapy was far from positive.Read more
When to seek counseling and when to seek psychotherapy?
When facing personal distress, emotional or psychological issues, we have several different options for help, which vary in terms of effectiveness, activity, duration of treatment and the nature of the relationship between the client and the professional.Read more
How to avoid burnout?
In preventing burnout, self-care is crucial. We must pay attention to the symptoms leading to burnout, become aware of them, avoid them, and change our behaviors. It is essential to know how to distance yourself from excessive work, to relax and rest, and to recharge with fresh physical and mental energy.Read more
Internet Addiction
Most people first think of addictions to alcohol, tobacco or drugs when they hear the word "addiction". We also frequently hear about addictions to shopping, gambling, relationships or computer games. Recently, however, internet addiction has become increasingly prominent.Read more
Raising children: You reap what you sow.
A baby is born without an instruction manual and without the option for a refund, so you have to figure things out as you go. Raising a child is one of the most challenging tasks you will face in your life. When a child is born, you are thrust into the role of a parent, and you are obligated to fulfill that role to the best of your ability for the rest of your life. While certain professions require specific education and training, there are no such limitations for the "profession" of being a parent.Read more
When should you and your partner attend couples therapy?
Couples therapy is a type of psychotherapy in which the therapist helps individuals in a romantic relationship to better understand the dynamics of their relationship, resolve conflicts, and improve relationship satisfaction, using various techniques and methods.Read more