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In this article, we explore how feelings of inadequacy show up in life and therapy, their connection to mental health conditions, and the therapeutic interventions that can effectively address them.

In this article, we examine the nature of perfectionism, its correlation with various mental health issues, and the interventions and exercises that help clients address and overcome it.

In this article we unpack shame: what it is; how it presents in clinical mental health practice; and what interventions therapists can use to support clients dealing with it.

This article explores both the positive impacts and potential pitfalls of validating and reassuring clients in clinical practice, including practical interventions and illustrative case studies.

This article explores various somatic modalities, offering practical guidance for incorporating interventions into trauma-focused therapeutic work.

This article outlines key cognitive behavioural therapy (CBTp) principles and techniques for psychosis, reviewing diagnostic criteria, symptoms, and evidence-based interventions.

This article explores the fundamentals of motivational interviewing, highlighting useful MI techniques for addressing client “resistance” in therapy.

Motivational interviewing still has the same “spirit”, but the emphasis has changed in recent years. This article reviews these changes to update your understanding of the basic MI approach.

This article explores the concept of self-disclosure in therapy and examines its potential benefits and drawbacks, ethical considerations, and practical applications.