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Conversations with Clinicians: Cynthia Martin

therapist interview Cynthia Martin

  Center for Mindful Psychotherapy is a non profit collective of approximately 100 Associate Marriage and Family Therapists in the San Francisco Bay Area. You can learn more about each of them from perusing our Therapist Directory. In our Conversations with Clinicians series, we interview therapists so that you get to know them in more depth. They share more about...[ read more ]

What Is Possible with a Compatible Therapist? The Power of Relationship in Healing.

therapist compatibility

Several years ago, one of our associate therapists wrote a blog post here called Why Fit Matters: Finding Your Ideal Therapist. Within that, she asked the question, "what is possible with a compatible therapist?" She gave a response, but we wanted to circle back and expand upon that more today. As individuals traversing the complexities of life, our experiences often...[ read more ]

Join the Center For Mindful Psychotherapy Newsletter

CMP newsletter on Substack

For many years, we have offered a newsletter to the community bringing you inspiration and information about mental health, psychotherapy, and wellness. It began as a seasonal newsletter and then moved into a monthly one. We have recently switched platforms from MailChimp to Substack so we wanted to reintroduce you to this newsletter in case you're not familiar with it....[ read more ]

Conversations with Clinicians: Elizabeth Dausch

Center for Mindful Psychotherapy is a non profit collective of 80 Associate Marriage and Family Therapists in the San Francisco Bay Area. You can learn more about each of them from perusing our Therapist Directory. In our Conversations with Clinicians series, we interview therapists in more depth. They share more about the work that the do, the clients that they...[ read more ]

Shorter Days, But Busier Schedules? Self-Care and Boundaries for Winter and Holidays

winter blues and holiday boundaries and self care

Have you noticed that the daylight hours are shorter? It's funny how one day, and not usually on Daylight Savings Day interestingly enough but just on some random day, you suddenly notice the change in daylight. Night has been starting earlier and earlier for months in a gradual fashion but one day you look outside at 6 pm and suddenly...[ read more ]

988 Lifeline: What’s Working and What’s Not For Mental Health Crisis Callers

988 Lifeline: What's Working and What's Not For Mental Health Crisis Callers

It's been over a year since the nationwide launch of the 988 Lifeline as an alternative to calling 911 for mental health emergencies. Many reports indicate that there are good results in terms of awareness of the lifeline and use of it. However, many say that more awareness could be helpful. Moreover, some flaws have been identified that are important...[ read more ]

17 San Francisco Therapists for Addiction and Substance Use including 12 Step and Harm Reduction

17 San Francisco Therapists for Addiction and Substance Use including 12 Step and Harm Reduction

There are many different ways to approach therapy for addiction / substance use. You may want to quit using all substances or some substances, reduce your use, reduce the harms associated with your use, or make no changes and just discuss the role it's playing in your life right now. Those are all perfectly okay ways to show up to...[ read more ]

Guide to Contemporary ADHD Issues, Concerns, and Care For All Ages

Guide to Contemporary ADHD Issues, Concerns, and Care For All Ages

In today's ever-evolving world, the conversation around Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) has expanded to encompass a multitude of contemporary topics and issues. Whether you're navigating the complexities of aging with ADHD or seeking information on the latest therapeutic approaches, this comprehensive guide is your gateway to a wealth of knowledge on the diverse facets of ADHD in the 21st...[ read more ]

Understanding ADHD and Aging

Understanding ADHD and Aging

ADHD does not discriminate based on age, and as individuals with ADHD age, they deserve understanding, support, and tailored strategies to help them thrive. By acknowledging the impact of late diagnosis, cognitive changes, and implementing effective strategies, older adults with ADHD can lead fulfilling lives and continue to make valuable contributions to their communities and families. ADHD and aging is...[ read more ]

Embracing Neurodiversity: Redefining ADHD as a Natural Variation

Embracing Neurodiversity: Redefining ADHD as a Natural Variation

In a world that often emphasizes conformity and uniformity, the concept of neurodiversity has emerged as a powerful and transformative idea. It challenges the traditional understanding of conditions like Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) by asserting that these are not merely disorders but rather natural variations of the human brain. This paradigm shift is at the heart of contemporary advocacy...[ read more ]