The Therapy Journal
This is where psychotherapy steps out of the session and into conversation. From our defences that shape our daily lives to the emotions that drive our choices, these pieces explore the human mind through a psychodynamic lens.
Whether clinical or cultural, every post asks the same question: what happens when we stop avoiding our feelings?
Where therapy meets everyday life…
Shame and the Risk of Being Seen
Shame is more than embarrassment, and it often gets confused with guilt. Shame is a bodily contraction linked to withdrawal and fear of rejection. This article explains how shame differs from guilt, how it shows up in the body, and how therapy helps reduce its power through connection.
What Therapists Feel But Rarely Say
Therapists do experience emotional responses during sessions, but those reactions are used carefully as part of the work. This article explains countertransference, why therapists rarely talk openly about their own feelings in sessions, and how emotional awareness helps guide the therapeutic process.
What Your Therapist Really Thinks About You
Many people worry about being judged in therapy. This article explains what therapists are actually paying attention to during sessions, how self-criticism often shows up in the room, and why the therapeutic focus is usually on emotional patterns rather than personal evaluation.