Health & Wellness · Mar 16

Understanding the Roots of Depression Through Failure Schema

For many struggling with depression, feelings of defeat and inadequacy are more than symptoms; they can reflect deeply held subconscious beliefs that Schema-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps clients identify, reality-test, and reframe.

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Rework the Resistance

This post considers the concept of resistance and how behavioral is often purposeful even if unconsciously. Tips for exploring the meaning of resistance in oneself and others are provided.

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