Anxiety is a natural part of life—we all worry from time to time about work, health, or loved ones. But when worry becomes excessive, persistent, and difficult to control, it may signal Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD). As a therapist, I often describe GAD as living in a state of “what if,” where the mind feels […]
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Q – I am a 29 year old gay man, who’s five years sober.I’ve had to do a lot of work on myself in recovery to accept and love myself. I met a guy in AA in May who at the time was nine months sober. His sobriety coincided with him coming out. He’s 27
In an IFS session, we slow down and listen to these parts without judgment. This might mean: The therapist guides you toward Self-led healing, helping parts feel safe enough to release burdens they’ve carried for years. Over time, they can take on new, healthier roles in your inner world. Why Clients Often Love IFS Many
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As a therapist, I often tell clients, “You’re not too much—you’re just made up of a lot.” Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy takes this to heart. It’s a compassionate, evidence-based approach that sees each person as having many different “parts” inside—like an inner family—with each one holding its own feelings, memories, and roles. The Big
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Dear Liza,I am writing to you, because I’m concerned about the future of my relationship. I am beginning law school at Villanova in a week. My partner of three years was also supposed to attend Villanova law school with me. However, he was only accepted at Boston University law school. This obviously means we will
