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Plain-language guides.
Honest answers to the questions people ask before, during and between therapy.
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Getting started · 4 min read
Do I need therapy? Seven signs it could help
There is no entry exam for therapy. If you are asking the question, that is already a reasonable sign.
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Getting started · 4 min read
What happens in a first therapy session?
Most people are nervous before their first session. Knowing what to expect takes a lot of that away.
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Getting started · 5 min read
How to choose a therapist who fits
The relationship with your therapist matters more than the method they use. Here is how to choose well.
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Online therapy · 4 min read
Online or in-person therapy: which is right for you?
Online therapy is not second best, and it is not right for everyone. Here is an honest comparison.
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Skills · 3 min read
Five grounding techniques for anxious moments
When anxiety spikes, thinking your way out rarely works. Go through the body and the senses instead.
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Therapy explained · 4 min read
What is CBT? Cognitive behavioural therapy explained
CBT is one of the most widely researched talking therapies. Here is what it involves, without the jargon.
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Getting started · 4 min read
Therapist, psychologist, psychiatrist or counsellor?
The titles are confusing, and they differ from country to country. Here is who does what.
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Getting started · 4 min read
How much does therapy cost, and is it worth it?
Price is one of the main reasons people put off therapy. Here is how to think about it clearly.
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In therapy · 3 min read
What to talk about in therapy: twelve starting points
A blank mind before a session is normal. You do not need a prepared topic, but these prompts help.
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Supporting others · 4 min read
How to support someone who is struggling
You do not need the right words or a solution. Being present matters more than being clever.
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Understanding yourself · 4 min read
Burnout or depression? How to tell the difference
They share exhaustion and a loss of motivation, and they can exist together. The differences still matter.
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Online therapy · 3 min read
Why therapy works best in your own language
You can negotiate a contract in a second language. Describing grief or shame in it is another matter.
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