by Steven M. Sultanoff, PhD, Clinical Psychologist | Jun 12, 2023 | Secrets of Psychotherapy
What is a therapist? A therapist is a general term and one, that in most states, is not “controlled” by the government (e.g. by law). Almost anyone can call themselves a therapist while only licensed therapists can use certain terms such as psychotherapist,...
by Steven M. Sultanoff, PhD, Clinical Psychologist | Feb 26, 2023 | Secrets of Psychotherapy
How to Determine that Your Therapist is Not Right for You Here are a few tips to determine if your therapist is NOT right for you: You do not feel understood: Trust your gut. If you do not feel understood by your therapist then your therapist is likely not truly...
by Steven M. Sultanoff, PhD, Clinical Psychologist | Feb 26, 2023 | Secrets of Psychotherapy
First, it is important to understand that when you are starting therapy and feeling uncomfortable, for the most part, that has to do with dealing with the unknown. Therefore, the more you can “know” about the therapy, the therapist, the process, etc. the less anxious...
by Steven M. Sultanoff, PhD, Clinical Psychologist | Nov 13, 2022 | Secrets of Psychotherapy
How Does the Psychotherapy Theory Work? What Makes It Therapeutic? Psychodynamic Psychotherapy The client achieves insight (awareness) about how the past influences present. The client’s insight is believed to generate emotional and behavioral change. The therapist...
by Steven M. Sultanoff, PhD, Clinical Psychologist | Nov 13, 2022 | Secrets of Psychotherapy
Do you believe therapists should specialize in multiple theories/modalities? Should therapists tailor a treatment plan that would fit best with the client’s presenting problems? Or Should therapists choose 1 theory and Only work from that? This is one of those...
by Steven M. Sultanoff, PhD, Clinical Psychologist | Oct 15, 2022 | Secrets of Psychotherapy
Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT) is a style of therapy. There are many styles and others include Freudian (also know as psychodynamic), Client-Centered, Gestalt, Behavioral, and more. CBT at its core helps clients to understand that emotions (particularly...
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