I’ve been a clinical psychologist for coming up on nearly a decade. I’ve fielded a lot of strange questions over the years — mostly from acquaintances and strangers. I also know a fair amount about the secret questions clients have for our ilk. I’m going to do…

If you spend any time with me in therapy, I’ll tell you about my theory of The Big Four. It’s a theory that goes to the core of our identity. It’s much deeper than what we show the world, our profession, political affiliation, personal opinions, or…

Me (Psychologist): “I’m really impressed with how insightful you are.”

Client: “Really? I don’t know…”

A quick reprint, courtesy of www.philosophybasics.com. Logical thinking and the removal of emotions to understand information can be a powerful tool. The explanation below opens the door to begin understanding so many other things — interactions, other people, and…

There are facts and then there are beliefs. They define reality about the world, relationships, and these lives we lead. That’s a good place to start. Sorting through this tangle might bring us some clarity. Let’s start with a simple quiz on locus of control.