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…
Why Therapy? The Real Question Nobody Asks
Depth therapies are not about solving problems. They are actually about discovering how much capacity you have to sit with something painful, feel it fully, and resist the urge to avoid or numb yourself. That capacity changes everything: your relationships, your choices, and your sense of self.
Most people come to therapy thinking it’s about fixing symptoms. Anxiety. Depression. Relationship struggles. But under the surface, therapy is asking a far more important question…
Your Defence Mechanisms: A Self Discovery Quiz
When you think about your emotional defences, what comes to mind? Many of us imagine walls, shields, or barriers – but here's something fascinating: your defence mechanisms are actually clever ways your mind handles difficult feelings! Think of them as your emotional immune system, automatically protecting you from psychological discomfort.
We all have these defences, and they're completely normal. In fact, they're pretty ingenious when you think about it. Maybe you crack jokes when things get too serious, throw yourself into work when you're hurting, or find yourself being extra nice to someone who's upset you. These aren't character flaws – they're sophisticated strategies your mind developed to help you feel safer with challenging emotions…