Relationships
How to Emotionally Detach from Someone
Detaching from toxic relationships is vital for mental well-being, though challenging. Emotional detachment, rooted in self-care, helps manage unhealthy bonds. Therapy can guide through this process, improving quality of life and fostering healthier relationships.
The Signs and Causes of Enmeshment
We all want to be close to our families, partners, and friends. But what happens when the boundaries become blurred to the point is it unhealthy? Here, we take a look at that fine balance and break down the signs, causes, and how to seek help with Grow Therapy.
Celebrating Pride Month with a Focus on Mental Health
While Pride Month often serves as a fun, vibrant celebration, it can also be an opportunity to connect those who are struggling with mental health to resources that they otherwise may not encounter. Let’s examine the intersection of LGBTQ+ identity, Pride month, and mental health.
How to Encourage a Loved One to Seek Mental Health Support
Over the past 20 years, the number of adults in the U.S. seeking talk therapy has risen 15% to nearly 42 million. Many providers offer telehealth as well as in-person appointments, so people are finding it easier to incorporate therapy into their schedules. For many, choosing therapy for themselves is much simpler than suggesting it […]
Signs of Toxic People and How to Deal with Them
Learn about identifying toxic people, understanding their behaviors, and strategies for dealing with them, including setting boundaries, practicing forgiveness, avoiding drama, and seeking support for maintaining emotional well-being.
Should I Ask My Partner to Go to Therapy?
Deciding whether to suggest professional help in the form of therapy to a partner or loved one can be terrifying. It is a conversation full of nuances, requiring genuine empathy, careful timing, and clear communication. Many of us wonder, “Is it wrong to ask your partner to go to therapy?” and there isn’t just one […]
Harnessing the Grey Rock Method to Counter Toxic Behavior
Dealing with narcissistic and toxic people can be emotionally draining and may take a toll on your mental health and well-being. Narcissistic people crave attention and feed off your reactions, so they thrive on getting a rise out of you. The most effective way to handle people with such tendencies is to establish strong boundaries […]
Navigating Abandonment Issues: A Guide to Recognizing and Conquering
Abandonment issues can cast a shadow over one’s life, impacting relationships, self-esteem, and overall well-being. It can darken your mind and cause you to build impenetrable fortresses that keep you unwittingly isolated from others. Discovering effective pathways to healing is possible, and this guide will help you take those crucial first steps and seek professional […]
Navigating High-Functioning Autism and Romantic Relationships
Love, dating, and romantic relationships can be challenging for anyone. Add autism into the mix, and things might get a little bit more challenging. For people with high-functioning autism and their partners, navigating romantic relationships presents unique challenges. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) certainly adds its own twist to the world of love. Whether an autistic […]
Best Online Therapy Options for Couples and Marriage Counseling
Did you know that in the United States, the divorce rate is approximately 2.5 per 1,000 people? Whether in marriage or not, relationships are hard work. So many challenges can arise when two people come together. It can be hard to communicate honestly and openly. There may be disagreements, arguments, and intense emotions. Sometimes, problems […]