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Is ‘13 Reasons Why’ Part of the Problem or Part of the Solution?

With the release of the second season of Netflix’s series 13 Reasons Why, I was reminded of just how painful high school can be and the critical importance of attending to mental health issues. In the series, Hannah Baker (the main character) attempts to navigate the inordinately delicate challenges of teenage social life. Rumors abound, friends betray […]

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The ‘Should’ Trap: Expectations, Entitlement, and Gratitude

Good Therapy / Darren

I witness daily how believing circumstances should be different can negatively affect one’s life. I observe this dilemma not only in my work as a psychologist, but in my own life. Recently, I became stuck at a European airport on my way back to the United States. The delay was weather related, as the airplane we were

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Supporting People with Service Animals: A Guide to Etiquette

Good Therapy / Darren

In recent years, we may have witnessed service animals assisting humans more than ever before. Traditionally, we may be accustomed to observing someone who is blind or has a visibly noticeable challenge utilize the service of an animal, usually a dog. Today, though, animals are assisting with less visible concerns, including mental health conditions and

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Working Through Grief When a Beloved Pet Dies

Good Therapy / Darren

In January, I lost my best and dearest friend—my dog, Paco. Even though he was almost 15 years old, it was one of the most painful experiences of my life. In fact, it was so painful I needed six months until I could write about it. I considered not discussing this dark and depressing time

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The Least Wonderful Time of the Year?

Good Therapy / Darren

While the holidays can be a source of joy and merriment for some, for others the season is a time of stress, sadness, and irritation. I reached out to friends and colleagues to get a better understanding of the individual struggles that contribute to holiday distress so I could be more equipped to help people for whom this

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What the Election Can Teach Us About Our Relationships

Good Therapy / Darren

Although the presidential election may be over, the anxiety continues for many as they consider the future and scrutinize the events that led to present circumstances. These concerns are the themes of many conversations I am having with others, including friends, family, colleagues, and people in therapy. Thus, I decided to address this issue for others out there

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5 Reasons It Might Be Healthy to Disappoint Someone

Good Therapy / Darren

Please do not misinterpret the title; I am not suggesting that you stop trying to succeed or get along with others. What I am suggesting is that you take a moment to consider if you might be sacrificing your well-being to appease someone else or avoid conflict. I learned the hard way that attempting to please others

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6 Life Lessons I Have Learned from Taylor Swift

Good Therapy / Darren

Don’t let my youthful face fool you—I’m a few years older than Taylor Swift. (No, I’m not telling you how many years older. How rude of you to ask! We just met.) Nonetheless, the iconic pop star has several lessons those from every generation—millennials to boomers—could stand to learn, even if you are not a

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Is ‘13 Reasons Why’ Part of the Problem or Part of the Solution?

The ‘Should’ Trap: Expectations, Entitlement, and Gratitude

Supporting People with Service Animals: A Guide to Etiquette

Working Through Grief When a Beloved Pet Dies

The Least Wonderful Time of the Year?

What the Election Can Teach Us About Our Relationships

5 Reasons It Might Be Healthy to Disappoint Someone

6 Life Lessons I Have Learned from Taylor Swift

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