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This question comes straight from our Dear Therapist column — where a reader recently wrote in asking: How do I actually know if I’m making progress in therapy? Starting therapy is more than just talking to someone — it’s entering a structured process designed to help you understand yourself more deeply, develop healthier ways of coping, and build skills that support lasting change. At its core, therapy is a collaborative relationship  between you and a trained clinician who

By the end of January, many people feel discouraged about their New Year’s resolutions. The motivation that felt strong on January 1st has faded, routines haven’t stuck, and self-criticism starts to creep in. You might find yourself thinking, “Why can’t I follow through?”  or “I knew this wouldn’t last.” If this sounds familiar, you’re not failing — you’re human. And there are very real reasons why resolutions often fall apart quickly. Why Resolutions Don’t Last Most resoluti

As a new year begins, many people feel pressure to overhaul their eating habits or commit to strict fitness goals. Messages about “getting back on track,” “burning off the holidays,” or becoming a “new you” are everywhere. While caring for your body can be a meaningful intention, it’s easy for that intention to slide into guilt, rigidity, or unhealthy patterns. A mentally healthy approach to nutrition and movement is not about extremes. It’s about consistency, flexibility, an

Starting therapy can feel intimidating. For many people, the idea of sitting down with a stranger and talking about personal thoughts, feelings, or experiences brings up uncertainty, fear, or even self-doubt. Unfortunately, common myths about therapy often make that first step feel much harder than it needs to be. Let’s take a closer look at some of the most common misconceptions — and what therapy is actually like. Myth #1: “I Have to Be in Crisis to Go to Therapy” Reality:

For many people, winter brings more than colder temperatures and shorter days. It can also intensify obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) symptoms , even for individuals who feel relatively stable during other times of the year. If your OCD feels louder, more intrusive, or harder to manage in winter, you’re not alone—and there are reasons this happens. Understanding seasonal OCD triggers  can help you respond with awareness and compassion rather than self-criticism. Why OCD Ca