Clinicians on the Couch: 10 Questions with Psychologist Suzanne Phillips
March 14th, 2013
In our monthly series, “Clinicians on the Couch,” therapists reveal the trials, triumphs and behind the scenes of being a therapist. They also share their stress-reducing tools and advice for leading a fulfilling life, among other fascinating tidbits.
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Our “Clinicians on the Couch” series gives readers a rare glimpse into the professional and personal lives of therapists. They reveal everything from what it's like to conduct therapy to how they cope with stress.
This month ...
In our monthly series clinicians are the ones who take the couch to give readers a glimpse into their lives. They reveal everything from the professional -- such as their biggest hurdle when conducting therapy -- to the personal ...
Ever wonder what clinicians really think about their work? How they navigate stressors? And the resources they recommend?
In our monthly interview series, clinicians share slices from their professional and personal lives. They reveal the challenges and ...
In our monthly series, mental health practitioners give us a peek into their professional and personal lives. They share everything from the surprises and challenges of conducting therapy to the biggest barriers for their clients. They also reveal ...
In our monthly series, clinicians share the behind-the-scenes of their work and life. They talk about what it’s like to conduct therapy -- the surprises, trials and triumphs -- and how they personally cope with stress. They also ...
It continues to amaze me that contemporary parents who are so concerned about their children's health and safety continue to ignore all the evidence that school is increasingly an unhealthy place for ...
Many of us feel like we have to earn our self-worth. Maybe we need to net a hefty paycheck. Maybe we need to have a pricey home. Maybe we need ...
You don’t need an overhaul to improve the quality of your life. Just a few steps can help to boost your well-being and make ...
Every month we interview a different clinician about everything from practicing therapy to leading a meaningful life. This month we had the pleasure of talking to Jeffrey Sumber, MA, a psychotherapist, marriage counselor and life coach.
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Dreams can provide us with a wealth of information. But many of us dismiss our dreams. Robert Moss encourages individuals to embrace their dreams and better understand them.
Below, Moss explains why understanding our dreams is so important, how ...
The long-standing popular image of teenagers is that they are rebellious, self-centered, risk-taking, and don't want anything to do with their parents. It is a time to search out one's identity, travel with the pack, and reject family values. But this ...
Moving day. Such excitement! Such distress! An event nearly every family experiences a few times, if not more. The impact on children is as varied as their personalities. But a few guidelines might be helpful.
One 4-year-old boy, whose family had moved ...