The title of this post is derived from Irvin D. Yalom, MD. Author of Existential Psychotherapy and other works of fiction and non-fiction that address the intersections of psychotherapy, philosophy, and existential thought. One of the key tenets of Yalom’s work and existential thought is that being human involves responsibility. Being thrust into the world […]

Empathy, is the ability and practice of placing oneself in another person’s position and/or frame of reference. It is critical to the development of interpersonal relationships, connection, and self-awareness. However, the experience and practice of empathy may not be comfortable, at times it may even be painful and this is often when issues of co-dependence […]

Depending on the perspective used there are a variety of reasons to remain “stuck”. Sometimes “stuckness” can be related to maintaining a sense of safety. As cliche as it is, there is a sense of safety in the familiar. Because safety is connected to survival we often protect what is familiar, even if we rationally […]

The symptoms of trauma are so broad and far reaching that they may be linked to a wide range of mental and physical health concerns. Issues such as anxiety, depression, substance dependence, chronic pain, and IBS are examples of presenting problems that often have roots in traumatic experience(s). Due to the breadth of symptoms related […]