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Why Does Your Therapist Keep Asking You to Read a Book?

If your therapist has ever said, “There’s a book I think you might really connect with,” you might have wondered why reading keeps coming up in therapy. Isn’t therapy about talking? Absolutely—but books can be a powerful extension of the work you’re already doing. This practice, called bibliotherapy, simply means using stories, workbooks, poems, or other written materials to support your mental health, and it’s often more helpful than people expect.
Feeling Seen and Finding Words for Your Feelings
Books have a way of making us feel less alone. Sometimes you meet a character or read someone’s experience and suddenly think, Oh wow… that’s me. That moment of recognition softens shame, opens conversations, and helps you feel genuinely understood.

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The Benefits of Receiving Christian Counseling

In a world filled with constant challenges and uncertainties, finding a sense of peace, purpose, and direction is more crucial than ever. For many individuals, Christian counseling provides a unique and holistic approach to mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Rooted in biblical principles and infused with the teachings of Christ, Christian counseling offers a range of benefits that can help individuals navigate life’s complexities with faith and resilience.

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Self-Compassion and Self-Care in Recovery

Recovering from sex addiction is a journey filled with challenges and opportunities for personal growth. At the heart of this path to healing lies the essential practice of self compassion and self-care. These are not just buzzwords. They are powerful tools that can significantly influence your recovery process. Embracing self-compassion means treating yourself with the same kindness and understanding you would offer a good friend.

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Two Questions you can Ask to Maintain a Posture of Curiosity In Your Relationships

While recounting a conflict my client and her husband had prior to our session, before I could even respond, she said to me, “I know what you’re going to say. You’re going to say, ‘Be Curious’. I chuckled, but she was correct! But why would I say that?

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