Really Useful Therapy: Another way to look at things

People often wonder when they begin therapy things like "how long will it take until I feel better" or "how will I know if therapy is working" which are understandable questions.  This episode focuses on how therapy isn't necessarily finding answers as much as it is about "asking better questions."  

In this episode, Tamara and Nancy focus on the internal "noise" that is present and often linked to external events outside the realm of our control.

What makes change so hard? In this episode, Nancy and Tamara discuss some of the components of change that make is so uncomfortable, as well as some of the strengths we develop through changes we make. 

Peace at the moment may feel elusive and hard to come by right about now.  We discuss ways to create both external and internal peace amidst global and local events that are always changing.  

Tamara and Nancy have a discussion about how anger can be not only useful, but also transformative.

More on creating connection with others.

As the year comes to a close, Tamara and Nancy reflect on the importance of pausing and reviewing what ended and what is yet to begin.

We all have some experience in "pushing through" uncomfortable feelings when we are ill or out of sorts, but what do we do with a more chronic situation like depression?   

Most everyone longs for connection and a sense of belonging. If that's the case, why are so many people feeling lonely? What makes building friendships and relationships so hard? This episode explores some of the barriers to creating connection with others.

Tamara and Nancy answer your questions.