Why do people seek therapy? There are many answers to this question, but generally speaking, there are several common themes: they want to understand themselves better; they want coping skills and ways to relieve stress; they wish to improve their relationships, including their relationship with themselves; and they want help navigating life’s challenges. While individual […]
Have you ever heard someone say, “the gym is my therapy”? It makes sense to connect physical exercise to mental health. Working out is a very simple, quick, and effective way to feel better. In fact, regular exercise is something we frequently recommend to our clients. The Benefits of Regular Physical & Emotional Exercise Exercise […]
It’s holiday time again and with that comes many opportunities to be around people. For many, this is a wonderful gift to be able to connect with others. For others, it can be a mixed bag. After COVID lockdown, many of us experienced social atrophy, as we weren’t used to spending time, in person, with […]
After several weeks of staying at home, millions are out of work. Those who are able to work from home are also dealing with challenges. So many of us are feeling a wide range of emotions, many of them difficult. Fear, frustration, anxiety and feeling stir crazy are among those that I’ve heard repeatedly from […]
“Heal the healer” is a commonly used phrase to refer to helpers’ need for consistent self-care practices. This is, of course, true for psychotherapists. In order to provide the best care to clients, therapists must ensure that they are taking care of themselves and nurturing their own growth. Along those lines, Nashville Psych founder Dan […]
Nashville Psych is happy to offer group therapy because we enjoy facilitating therapy groups due to the many benefits of group therapy. However, many people don’t realize its benefits. Here are five reasons to try group therapy: 1. Group therapy is a safe and welcoming space to explore and process emotions. From the very first […]