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Jan 14, 2025 | 
goodtherapy.org | Brianna Lambert
For many people today, the process of finding the right therapist begins online, meaning your GoodTherapy profile is more than just a digital business card — it’s the gateway to your entire practice. With thousands of profiles competing for attention, having an optimized presence can significantly increase your visibility, boost client inquiries, and enhance your credibility.
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Dec 30, 2024 | 
goodtherapy.org | Brianna Lambert
According to the Deconstructing Anxiety model, anxiety–aka “fear”–is at the heart of literally every problem we face in life. That might sound like a sweeping statement, but in the model, this idea is easily demonstrated by a simple process. Using what we call the “digging for gold” exercise, you can trace any issue back to a single core fear. Whether it’s relationship struggles, depression, procrastination, or even unhealthy habits like overeating, one’s core fear lies at the root.
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Dec 22, 2024 | 
goodtherapy.org | Brianna Lambert
Is it possible to survive holiday gatherings without intense arguments that leave close friends and family members feeling hurt and angry? Yes, it is possible if you:Set boundaries ahead of time Make curiosity your focus. Seek out common groundShow that you’re listening. Be honest but not accusatory. Remain calm. Politics and close relationships in 2024During the holidays, we spend time with family and friends–those we love.
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Dec 21, 2024 | 
goodtherapy.org | Brianna Lambert
One of the great absurdities of American life is that the movie It’s a Wonderful Life plays at Christmas every year. It’s thought of as a sentimental favorite, but it’s a devastatingly sad movie. The first time I saw it in its entirety, it wrecked me. It has a happy ending that everyone remembers, but only after two-plus hours of watching a good man’s life gets put through the wringer.
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Dec 20, 2024 | 
goodtherapy.org | Brianna Lambert
During the holiday season, it can be difficult to know how to care for yourself and family while also meeting the expectations of others. It’s a busy season of family gatherings, office parties, and kids’ activities that can come with lots of high hopes and expectations. What are BoundariesBoundaries. One author describes boundaries as personal limits that help individuals define where they end, and others begin.
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Dec 20, 2024 | 
goodtherapy.org | Brianna Lambert
Few are immune to the stress that holiday gatherings can induce. Social pressures, personal expectations, and differences in lifestyles or personal values can be tricky to navigate. When holiday gatherings feel more overwhelming than anything else, utilizing a few effective self-counseling skills can help you prepare for and manage these gatherings with confidence and self-care.
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Dec 19, 2024 | 
goodtherapy.org | Brianna Lambert
The holidays inevitably bring a mix of emotions as we shuffle from social events to family gatherings. While fun is there to be had, expectations, financial strain, and social obligations can easily become overwhelming. With a bit of planning and mental rehearsal though, you can approach the holidays feeling grounded and prepared. What is the DBT Cope Ahead Skill?
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Dec 19, 2024 | 
goodtherapy.org | Brianna Lambert
For many parents, the holiday season stirs up feelings of excitement and anticipation for quality family time. After all, they raised their kids, poured years of love and effort into their lives, and look forward to reconnecting during these meaningful times. So, when kids don’t come home for the holidays, it can be a painful experience, one that leaves parents wondering, “Why?” This situation is more common than many realize and can stem from a variety of reasons—some practical, others emotional.
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Dec 19, 2024 | 
goodtherapy.org | Brianna Lambert
For years, we have said that New Year’s Resolutions are not all they’re cracked up to be. We all know someone (wink, wink, we’re talking about you!) who has had lofty goals they’ve set for themselves for the New Year that have all fallen flat within the first three months of the year. How many years have you told yourself you’d get rid of that extra weight – or save more money – or take some big risk? And then not gotten anywhere closer to that goal by the end of the following year?
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Dec 18, 2024 | 
goodtherapy.org | Brianna Lambert
The holiday season can be a time of excitement and connection, but it also has a way of magnifying our to-do lists. Whether it’s year-end deadlines, gift shopping, hosting events, or coordinating family gatherings, this time of year can feel like a marathon that leaves us depleted before we even cross the finish line. Many of us find ourselves juggling work, financial pressures, and social obligations, and if we don’t actively manage this stress, a sense of overwhelm can become a real experience.
