How To Choose the Right Therapist: 6 Signs of Good Therapists![]() Are you considering therapy but don't know where to start? Perhaps you have had therapy in the past, but you are looking for a better fit this time around. Choosing the right therapist can be a daunting task, but it is important to find someone who can support you on your journey towards mental wellness. In this article, we will discuss the steps you can take to find the right therapist for you and what to look for in a good therapist. So, whether you are a first-timer or a seasoned therapy-goer, read on to learn how to make the most out of your therapy experience.
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What is a Therapy Dog? 10 Ways They Improve Our Wellbeing![]() If you are reading this article, chances are you like animals, correct? If you not only like animals, and dogs specifically, you might also have a pet yourself or have grown up around pets. If so, you also probably know that pets have some skills that allow them to provide us with an immense amount of support, love, and above all - acceptance. And, if you’re following our content here at Antiloneliness, you might recognize these topics as part of therapy as well. Well, you’re not the only one. How Do I Know I Need Therapy? 8 Signs It's Time![]() “You’d better see a therapist” Often used as an insult or a joke, this phrase is used far too often with a negative connotation. BUT thinking you need therapy is nothing to be ashamed of. Therapy is a safe, collaborative and comforting space aimed at supporting and encouraging growth. Psychosomatic Symptoms![]() “Listen to your gut”, “I’ve got a bad feeling about this” These are everyday sayings which actually refer to the concept "psychosomatic symptoms". So what exactly are they? The word ‘psychosomatic’ combines two ancient Greek phrases. ‘Psyche’, the Greek for soul, is commonly seen in words like psychologist, psychiatrists, psychedelics, etc., and is a reference to the concept of the mind. ‘Soma’ is the Greek term for our body; that is, our limbs, organs, bones, head, face, genitals, and anything else we consider as part of our physical anatomy. Psychosomatics, then, is a term describing the influence of mental or emotional states on bodily symptoms and sensations. What is Empathy?![]() Empathy is our capacity to understand or feel what another person is experiencing, that is, the capacity to place oneself in another's position, considering their emotions and experiences. To get into the other person's shoes, as it is widely known. Empathy is innate to human beings and it is our neurological response to another person’s emotions. The response to what is felt by another person occurs automatically and often out of our conscious awareness. From an early age we are wired to experience what another person is feeling which provides essential learning cues and marks our successful development. |
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