by San Jose Counseling Therapist | May 31, 2025 | Communication, Counseling, Emotions, Motivation, Online Counseling, Online Therapy, Psychotherapy, Teleheath, Therapy
The decision to seek therapy is a significant and often courageous step toward improved mental health. Whether driven by anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or a desire for personal growth, attending your first therapy session marks the beginning of a journey...
by San Jose Counseling Therapist | May 31, 2025 | Anxiety Treatment, Psychotherapy, Therapy
Anxiety disorders represent one of the most prevalent mental health challenges globally, affecting an estimated 301 million people worldwide in 2019 (World Health Organization [WHO], 2021). In the United States alone, anxiety disorders impact approximately 19.1% of...
by San Jose Counseling Therapist | May 31, 2025 | Depression, Happiness, Medication, Online Therapy, Psychotherapy, Therapy
Severe depression, clinically known as major depressive disorder (MDD), is one of the most widespread mental health disorders globally. It affects more than 280 million people of all ages (World Health Organization [WHO], 2023), manifesting through persistent sadness,...
by San Jose Counseling Therapist | May 31, 2025 | Anxiety Treatment, Couples Therapy, Depression, Happiness, Premarital Counseling, Psychotherapy, Therapy
Humanistic therapy represents a powerful movement within modern psychotherapy that prioritizes personal growth, self-actualization, and the therapeutic relationship. Rooted in existential and phenomenological philosophy, this approach places the individual’s...
by San Jose Counseling Therapist | May 31, 2025 | Counseling, Online Counseling, Online Therapy, Psychotherapy, Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a widely practiced and extensively researched form of psychotherapy that emphasizes the interconnection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Developed in the 1960s by psychiatrist Aaron T. Beck, CBT has evolved into a...
by San Jose Counseling Therapist | May 31, 2025 | Anxiety Treatment, Counseling, Depression, Online Therapy, Psychotherapy, Therapy
Entering psychotherapy for the first time can feel daunting, especially if you’re uncertain about what to expect. People often arrive at therapy feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or unsure of how the process works. Understanding what typically happens during a first...