Befriending Your Inner Critic

August 07, 2025 by Mara Richman in Overall Therapy

It’s a fundamentally human experience to have an inner voice that says negative things like “you’re so dumb, why would you do that”, “you don’t look very good in those jeans”, “you’re such a bad friend!”, “you could’ve done that better”, “you’ll never be good enough”.

When Is It Time to End Therapy? A Psychologist’s Perspective on Healthy Termination

August 07, 2025 by Mara Richman in Overall Therapy

Starting therapy is often a big and courageous decision, but so is ending it. One of the most common questions clients ask (or quietly wonder about) is: How do I know when it’s the right time to stop therapy?

Getting the Most Out of Psychotherapy – A Guide for New Clients

July 04, 2025 by Mara Richman in Overall Therapy

As a new client, how do you get the most out of therapy? Let’s break down the best ways.