In The Therapy Room
True tales and lessons from the therapist’s chairTuning into the Body in Couples Work
Getting to the Root of Core ConflictsIntegrating a somatic focus into couples therapy can help partners address their deeply entrenched stuck points. Read more
Uncovering Intimate Partner Violence
When Does Relationship Conflict Tip into Abuse?Intimate partner violence isn’t as obvious to therapists as cultural stereotypes suggest—and even when it’s revealed, the path forward isn’t always... Read more
Igniting the Spark
You Don’t Have to be a Sex Therapist to Treat Low DesireYou don't have to be a sex therapist to help your clients with diminished sexual desire. Read more
Unmasking the Covert Narcissist in Therapy
A Conversation with Craig MalkinAuthor and clinician Craig Malkin, PhD, sits down with Psychotherapy Networker’s editor in chief Livia Kent to talk about how to spot covert narcissism and... Read more
A Dog Wanders into My Session
Taking a New Direction in the Therapy RoomA seasoned therapist discovers that the willingness to be a beginner again can sometimes have more value for clients than polished expertise. Read more
A Puncturing of the Soul
Facing Racial Trauma and Internalized DevaluationIf clinicians continue to assert that "trauma is trauma," the uniqueness treating racial trauma will remain on the margins of what we extol as best practice. Read more
Here are some "hacks" to help your clients be more mindful in their relationships—using the Gottman Method. Read more
Healing the Invisible Wounds of Racial Trauma in Therapy
A Conversation with Kenneth V. HardyNetworker discusses racially-sensitive, trauma-informed interventions and strategies with Dr. Kenneth V. Hardy. Read more
Treating Survivors of Narcissistic Abuse
The Road to Clarity and AgencyPeople in relationships with narcissists are rarely going to catalyze meaningful change in their partners. How can therapists support them, whether they leave... Read more
Are You A Conflict-Avoidant Therapist?
Harnessing Antagonism in the Therapy RoomFor therapists who shy away from confrontation, harnessing their reactions to an antagonistic client in clinically useful ways may require learning new skills... Read more