Many clients feel that if they have mental health difficulties, they are somehow damaged or even worthless. They may feel hopeless believing that they will never have what it takes to contribute meaningfully to the world. I sometimes like to share with these clients the story of Dr. Marsha Linehan, a story that I find personally inspiring and beautiful. Dr.…
Did you know that we all talk to ourselves each day, and that this is perfectly healthy? We each have an inner voice that produces self-directed speech (also known as “self-talk”) many times each day. When was the last time you spoke to yourself, and what was the last thing you said? This may be tough to answer, because much…
What is “Wise Mind” Have you ever felt that the logical part of you and your emotions were at odds, pulling you in two seemingly opposite directions? Many of us have had this experience, and we may even routinely operate in one of these “modes” and ignore the other. This can make us feel stuck and frustrated, and make us…