ARTICLE NO. 1: SPEAKING OUT ABOUT THERAPY

SPEAKING OUT ABOUT THERAPY explores reasons for talking (and writing) about therapy, especially by those whose lives have been both enlarged and deepened because of it. And a letter to readers urges those who feel discouraged not to give up.

ARTICLE NO. 2: THE AIR WE BREATHE

THE AIR WE BREATHE reflects on the meaning in our lives of having someone who listens, without judgment or a set of conditions, and helps us make sense of our feelings.

ARTICLE NO. 3: THERAPY: TO STAY OR LEAVE

THERAPY: TO STAY OR LEAVE considers, from the author’s personal experience, several possible reasons behind the wish to discontinue therapy.

ARTICLE NO. 4: ACTS OF KINDNESS

ACTS OF KINDNESS looks at ways that a therapist, like a loving parent, supports our development of a stronger and more confident self.

ARTICLE NO.5: WHY TRUST A PSYCHIATRIST? LESSONS FROM FORT HOOD, TEXAS

The author, in treatment for PTSD, reflects on the killings at Ft. Hood, Texas, with some hopeful implications for others who are presently in or contemplating therapy for depression or PTSD.