Global Therapy Blog

You can get sober and still not trust yourself. On paper, you’re doing better. You might even look fine to everyone else, while inside, it’s like you’re waiting for the other shoe to drop. You hesitate before making plans. You don’t believe your own motivation. Then you second-guess your good moods because you’ve had them before and still ended up back in the same place. You feel trapped... like you have no hope  and are in a vicious cycle that can be broken. Only it can. No

For long-term recovery, you need to feel at ease. When you don’t have emotional safety, you become harder to approach — which makes things difficult for anyone trying to help you. That’s why you need to work on feeling safe first. After that, recovery will stop feeling like you’re climbing the Himalayas, and you’ll find your path to healing . And remember — in this sense, safety doesn’t mean closing down. With physical safety, you picture shelter and locked doors. With emotio

AI is reaching out to humans, but it just can't get there. This morning, my AI collaborator Janet and I were talking about a heartbreaking story in the news. A California family has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, claiming that their sixteen-year-old son’s suicide was influenced by his ongoing conversations with ChatGPT.   According to reports, the teen had been confiding in the AI for months — talking about depression, hopelessness, and isolation. At some point, the chatbot

If someone you love has experienced addiction, your initial response will probably be to protect them from pain, fix what's been damaged, or somehow make things okay once more. It makes sense, especially when it seems like seeing the one you love crumble is just too much to bear. However, in the process of recovery, there's a big distinction between rescuing someone and supporting them. Understanding the difference between support and rescue in recovery could be the differenc

Despair has a way of showing up loud. It tells you nothing’s going to change. It tells you you’re too far gone...that the best parts of...

Learn how setting boundaries without guilt supports emotional recovery and builds confidence for healthier relationships.

Trauma  can arise from many sources—physical or emotional abuse, accidents, natural disasters, sudden loss, medical emergencies, or...

Shame and guilt can feel like signs that something inside us still works – that we care, that we’re trying to make things better. That’s...

From Codependence to Independence Many people don’t realize how much their daily choices revolve around others until they try to change....

When faced with   emotional triggers , many people try to numb the pain with substances, which they see as a quick fix. In the process,...

Loneliness can be a hidden trigger for substance use. Many people drink alcohol or use drugs to escape feelings of isolation. This habit...

Healthy relationships depend fundamentally on good communication skills. A lot of couples find it difficult to communicate clearly while...

Money troubles impact lives in ways we often overlook. Stress from unpaid bills or lost income weighs heavy on mental health, leading to...

An interview with Donna Hunter LCSW

Sarah was in her therapist Donna's office, fiddling with the hem of her sweater. For the first time in years, after dealing with her...

Do you know what situations could pull you back into old habits? Facing these high-risk situations for relapse without preparation can...

Hey there, fellow parents! If you've ever felt like a circus performer juggling a million things at once, you're not alone. Parenting is...

Good communication is crucial in all life areas, especially during addiction recovery. It helps mend broken relationships and builds a...

As September 22nd marks National Veteran and Military Suicide Prevention Day, it's crucial to address the challenges faced by those who...

The world moves quickly and can seem complicated at times. Too many stressors can be too much to handle. One in five adults sometimes...