by Regina Stiffler, MS, LPC, LCPC | Nov 10, 2022 | Attachment, Counseling
Getting fired sucks. But usually, we associate that with a job. Unfortunately, there are times that your therapist also “fires” you. This post explores some of the reasons your therapist might fire you, how I’ve dealt with situations like these, and...
by Regina Stiffler, MS, LPC, LCPC | Oct 24, 2022 | Counseling
Politics and religion. These two things have the potential to derail any conversation. And therefore, you shy away from discussing these topics in most situations. But you should feel safe enough to discuss politics in therapy when that matters to you. Therapy and the...
by Regina Stiffler, MS, LPC, LCPC | Apr 3, 2022 | Attachment
One of the questions often asked in online forums is “Am I too attached to my therapist?” This question leads clients to leave therapy before they’re ready. It sometimes even leads therapists to “fire” clients early. And it leads to...
by Regina Stiffler, MS, LPC, LCPC | Aug 7, 2021 | Counseling
Finding a therapist is almost as hard as finding a doctor. Except most people will see their therapist much more often. Therefore, finding the right combination of personality, skill, and affordability can seem impossible. Keep the following tips in mind when you pick...
by Regina Stiffler, MS, LPC, LCPC | Mar 10, 2021 | PTSD, Trauma, Uncategorized
If you have been struggling with symptoms of PTSD or the effects of exposure to traumatic events, you likely have found EMDR as a potential treatment. But what is EMDR therapy? Read this post to learn more about this common trauma treatment. What Is EMDR Therapy? EMDR...