Mental Health

I’m Not Kobe Bryant, but…

My therapist offered me some motivational words today. Words that were helpful to me. And...

Teddy Roosevelt’s Insane but Effective Cure for Depression

Former US President Teddy Roosevelt struggled with severe depression.  He was “hypomanic on a mild...

10 Reasons Online Therapy is Better than In-Person Therapy

After experiencing a severe breakdown in late 2022, I called five therapists in my area...

The Waiting Is the Hardest Part – How Long Does Therapy Last?

Just like all worthwhile things in life, the therapeutic process is a journey. And you’re...

Most Shrinks Are Crazy Too – My Top 5 Sanity-Maintenance Tips

I’m really the last person you should look to for psychological guidance or insights. However...

A Mindfulness Guide for Neurotic Skeptics, Written by a Neurotic Skeptic

Since I began therapy in January 2023, I’ve made a major effort to be more...

Dialectical Behavior Therapy – A Proven Therapy for Drama Queens (Like Me)

Hi, I’m Robert, and I have to confess—I’m a bit of a drama queen. But...

Five Breakthrough Moments – Therapy Journal #8

Over the next month, after firing Dr. Samuelson and replacing her with Dr. Gillis, I...

Broke, Miserable, and Alone – Therapy Journal #1 (the Road to Here)

In January 2023, I was late to my first online therapy session (technical difficulties). After...