Intrusive Thoughts vs. Cognitive Distortions

Intrusive Thoughts vs. Cognitive Distortions By Kevin Lahey, Master Level Clinical Intern In the world of therapy, there is a wide array of terms that get thrown around and we, as therapists, aren’t always the best at explaining what these terms really mean. That’s a...

Self-Validation: What, Why, and How

Self-Validation: What, Why, and How Written by Lori Kaniewski, NCC, LCPC (IL), LPC (MO) What is self-validation? Well, to help understand that concept better, let’s start by looking at the skill of validation. There are many ways to offer validation. DBT (Dialectical...

Journal Ideas for Self-Exploration

By: The Team 1/17/2025 Journal Ideas to for Self-Exploration Ron loves to suggest bullet / brief journaling as a quick and creative way to engage in journaling. It’s perfect for people who want to gain insights or track their wellbeing but feel short on time or don’t...