They’re trained and licensed. First things first, therapists should be licensed. This means they have had enough relevant education, are aware of the laws pertinent to therapy in your state and are held to an ethical standard. Unfortunately, there are people who...
By Karmen Thulin, PsyD Unfortunately, no change is comfortable. While some change feels positive right away, I think that comes from the fact that you know for sure it is going to be good for you. What is frustrating is even when we know the change is good it can...
By Karmen Thulin, PsyD February is teen dating violence awareness month. Below you’ll find some useful information, including ways to talk to your teen about dating violence and warning signs for everyone to be aware of. Adolescence is the perfect time to introduce...
By Karmen Thulin, PsyD If you are on the internet as a new mom, you’ve almost definitely witnessed it or felt its searing burn – mom shaming. It is that comment often housed in the phrase, “I just couldn’t do that to my baby.” Mom shaming cuts right to the heart of...
By Karmen Thulin, PsyD I believe fully understanding my clients is foundational to doing any good therapeutic work. However, I subscribe to the idea that just understanding can’t be the only thing that happens in therapy. As a therapist, I often see clients who say...
Why You Should Feel Uncomfortable in Therapy By Karmen Thulin, PsyD Unfortunately, no change is comfortable. While some change feels positive right away, I think that comes from the fact that you know for sure it is going to be good for you. What is frustrating is...
