"Stop Therapizing Me" 5 Ways You Can Support a Loved One Who Might Be Struggling Without Becoming “The Therapist”
Supporting someone you care about through a mental health challenge can be both rewarding and overwhelming. This post shares 5 actionable ways to offer meaningful support—through listening, validating, and being present—while also maintaining healthy boundaries. You don’t have to be a therapist to make a powerful impact.
“Oh My God, Don’t Say That!” How to Support Someone in Emotional Distress Without Shutting Them Down
When someone shares a painful or alarming thought like “I hate myself,” our instinct may be to shut it down out of fear or discomfort. But those reactions can unintentionally invalidate their experience. This blog offers compassionate, practical steps for how to respond supportively—so your presence can become a source of connection and healing.an idea.