I’ve always maintained that it was transference-focused psychotherapy (TFP) with my former psychiatrist, Dr. Lev, which saved my life and gave me a life worth living. I’ve recently been looking at ...

Therapy is an effective treatment for emotional and mental health issues. There are various steps someone can take to help prepare for therapy. These include setting goals, having realistic ...

If you’re thinking about going to therapy for the first time, you might feel a mix of emotions: excitement to get a professional’s take on issues that are bothering you, anxiety and awkwardness about ...

Is transference harmful for Alzheimer’s patients? According to PsycologyToday.com, the concept of transference emerged from Sigmund Freud’s psychoanalytic practice in the 1890s. Freud believed that ...

Nothing is off-limits in therapy. However, sometimes people find it hard to know what to say. Going over some common topics or reflecting on why a person chose to seek therapy can be a good place to ...

At the start of every appointment, my therapist asks, “What’s on your agenda?” I’ve been seeing the same therapist for about eight years, so there’s been plenty of time to develop a routine. I treat ...