Category: Counselling
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5 common thinking traps and how therapy can help you break free
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by Martha Li
Many of us don’t realize how much our thoughts shape how we feel, behave, and relate to others. When certain patterns become automatic, they can keep us feeling stuck. Here are five common thinking traps and how therapy can help you sort through them. 1. All-or-nothing thinkingThis is a common thinking trap where a person…
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Why you shouldn’t rely on AI for mental health: Benefits of seeing a psychotherapist
AI can be a helpful tool for learning coping strategies, organizing thoughts, or accessing mental health information, but it’s not a substitute for real therapeutic care. Mental health is deeply personal, shaped by lived experience, relationships, and emotions that require attuned human understanding. A psychotherapist offers something AI cannot: a genuine, responsive relationship built on…
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Choosing the right psychotherapist for your needs
Finding the right psychotherapist is crucial to your mental health journey. When searching for a psychotherapist, it’s important to consider factors such as their specialization, approach to therapy, and whether you feel comfortable with them. You should feel that the therapist values your autonomy, respects your boundaries, and offers validation without imposing their views. It’s…