Therapy can feel like a relaxed conversation. You talk, your therapist listens, and sometimes they ask thoughtful questions. It can be easy to assume that therapy is mostly about venting or getting advice. But there is a lot more happening in the room than you might realize. While you are sharing your story, your therapist […]
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Therapists, Therapy
Let’s be honest. Crying in front of another person can feel deeply uncomfortable. Add a quiet therapy room, a box of tissues, and all the things you’ve been holding in, and suddenly you’re crying while someone calmly nods and listens. If you’ve cried in therapy or are worried you might, you’re definitely not alone. It’s
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Emotions, Therapy
Ever walk into a coffee shop and instantly feel cozy, or notice how hospitals always seem to go heavy on the beige? That’s not a coincidence. It’s color psychology at work. Colors do way more than make a room look nice. They set the mood, influence how we think, and even affect how our bodies
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Art Therapy, Emotions, Mental Health, Sensory
Let’s be real—there was a time when “online therapy” sounded like a temporary fix, something we all turned to because we had no other choice. But fast forward a few years, and virtual therapy isn’t just a backup plan—it’s a fully legitimate, effective, and even preferred way for many people to take care of their
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Getting Started, Therapy
You’re scrolling TikTok, and a video pops up: “If your partner does this, it means they’re secretly a narcissist.” Intrigued, you keep watching, nodding along as you recognize patterns in your own life—or at least think you do. Pop psychology has a way of pulling us in, promising quick insights into complex human behavior. But
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Getting Started, How To, Therapy, Treatments
Therapy isn’t just for when everything falls apart. In fact, many people start therapy long before they hit a crisis point. It’s not about being “broken” or having a diagnosis—it’s about having a safe space to explore your inner world, build emotional tools, and grow. Still, it can be hard to tell when it’s time
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Getting Started, How To, Therapy
The Enneagram has been having a moment—and for good reason. It’s not just another personality test designed to tell you which type of bread you’d be in a past life (although we love a good quiz). The Enneagram digs deep. It’s a tool that helps people understand their core motivations, fears, and patterns of behavior
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Personal Development, Personality Types, Therapy
When you first start therapy, it can feel like stepping into a foreign country where everyone speaks another language. Therapists often toss around terms casually, but for newcomers, words like “boundaries,” “coping skills,” or “attachment style” can feel like a secret code. The good news? These terms are actually super helpful once you understand them.
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Getting Started, Therapy, Tips
Depression can be heavy, isolating, and incredibly frustrating—especially when you’ve done all the things and still don’t feel better. You’ve tried therapy. You’ve taken medication. Maybe more than one. Maybe more than five. And yet, that cloud hasn’t lifted. If this sounds familiar, you might be dealing with something called treatment-resistant depression (TRD)—a term that
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Depression, Mental Health, Q&A, Therapy, Treatments
Ever wondered what goes on behind the closed doors of a therapy session? If you’ve been in therapy before, you’ve probably noticed certain phrases that seem to pop up again and again. It’s not because therapists have a secret script (though that would make our jobs easier). These statements are often rooted in research, psychology,
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Mental Health, Therapists, Therapy, Tips
Gaslighting isn’t just a trendy buzzword—it’s a subtle but powerful form of emotional manipulation that can leave deep psychological scars. Often, people who experience gaslighting don’t realize it’s happening until the effects are already woven into their mental and emotional well-being. It’s like living in a funhouse of distorted mirrors where your sense of reality
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Anxiety, Compassion, Depression, Gaslighting, Mental Health, Therapy
Hypnosis is a state of focused attention and control, often described as a trance or altered state of consciousness. It is a natural state of mind and body connection that bypasses your thinking mind (conscious mind) and taps into the inner resources of your subconscious mind. Your subconscious mind is limitless. It stores everything –
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Anxiety, Children, Depression, Professional/Work, Stress, Teens, Therapy, Treatments
Although we often say, “It takes a village,” many parents are left feeling isolated and overwhelmed with the struggles their kids and family are facing. #MomLife (and #DadLife) trend on social media, giving the illusion of connection to (and support from) other parents – lamenting in tantrums, and sharing frustrations, silly stories, and cute videos. Despite
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Children, Therapy
It’s totally normal to feel nervous before your free consultation! Finding a good therapist can be challenging, intimidating, and stressful. We hope to make it an empowering and comforting experience. At Blossom, you can book a free consultation directly on our website. This initial meeting usually lasts up to 30 minutes and gives you an
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Getting Started, Therapy
Cognitive behavioral therapy (better known as CBT) is considered one of the most successful forms of psychotherapy and coping skills development. Conceptualized by Aaron Beck at the University of Pennsylvania, this therapy incorporates both talk therapy and behavioral strategies in its approach. CBT helps clients understand the thoughts that influence their feelings and behaviors. Because
