A Good Place Therapy

11/13/2025

✨ From Our Therapist Book Club: Matrescence by Lucy Jones ✨

“Matrescence” describes the profound transition to motherhood — as transformative as adolescence, yet far less recognized or supported.

Our team’s recent book club discussion explored:
💭 The cultural ideals of what mothers ‘should do’—and the shame and guilt that often follow.
🤝 The connection between care and dependency—both being needed and needing others.
🧠 The importance of mental health support during this time as an act of care, not failure.

This book reminded us that matrescence deserves recognition, compassion, and community. 💛

Have you read Matrescence? We’d love to hear your thoughts.

11/11/2025

Do you ever feel awkward, helpless, or afraid of saying the wrong thing when someone you care about is going through a hard time? You’re not alone. Whether it’s a friend in heartbreak, a colleague coping with loss, a neighbor facing illness, or a teen who feels misunderstood—there are moments, big and small, when words fail and connection feels out of reach.

That’s exactly what this one-hour workshop is for. Based on the #1 Amazon best-selling book There Is No Good Card for This—described by Book Riot as “a manual for humans that plan to interact with other humans,” and by BuzzFeed as “one of 15 great books that’ll genuinely change your life for the better”—author and psychotherapist Dr. Kelsey Crowe helps you find what to say (and what not to) in ways that feel real, not rehearsed.

With warmth, humor, and insights featured on NPR, the Wall Street Journal, and Forbes, Dr. Crowe will guide you through empathy types and non-listening styles, helping you move past the freeze response into genuine, confident connection.

Because empathy isn’t about having the perfect words—it’s about showing up, imperfectly but sincerely, when it matters most.

Sign up here: https://forms.gle/cSZ4y1FJQXzrcUur8

11/03/2025

🍁 Change is in the air. 🍂

Fall brings shifts — in weather, in rhythm, in life itself. Our new blog post, “Embracing Transitions This Fall,” by Alysha Ackley explores how to move through these moments with mindfulness and self-compassion.

Whether you’re navigating a big life change or just feeling the seasonal shift, this read offers gentle reminders to slow down, breathe, and embrace what’s unfolding.

✨ Read more: https://www.agoodplacetherapy.com/the-blog/embracing-transitions-this-fall

10/27/2025

Do you ever feel awkward, helpless, or afraid of saying the wrong thing when someone you care about is going through a hard time? You’re not alone. Whether it’s a friend in heartbreak, a colleague coping with loss, a neighbor facing illness, or a teen who feels misunderstood—there are moments, big and small, when words fail and connection feels out of reach.

That’s exactly what this one-hour workshop is for. Based on the #1 Amazon best-selling book There Is No Good Card for This—described by Book Riot as “a manual for humans that plan to interact with other humans,” and by BuzzFeed as “one of 15 great books that’ll genuinely change your life for the better”—author and psychotherapist Dr. Kelsey Crowe helps you find what to say (and what not to) in ways that feel real, not rehearsed.

With warmth, humor, and insights featured on NPR, the Wall Street Journal, and Forbes, Dr. Crowe will guide you through empathy types and non-listening styles, helping you move past the freeze response into genuine, confident connection.

Because empathy isn’t about having the perfect words—it’s about showing up, imperfectly but sincerely, when it matters most.

Sign up here: https://forms.gle/Vw5rW1tgYSo3FPnD8

10/24/2025

What a joy to have our San Francisco and Palo Alto teams together last night 💛 At A Good Place Therapy, connection and collaboration are at the heart of what we do — not just with our clients, but with each other. We’re so grateful for this incredible group of therapists who bring compassion, insight, and dedication to the work every day.

10/20/2025

We’ve all heard it: “Take care of yourself.” But what does that really mean?

Our newest blog dives into why self-care isn’t selfish — and how reframing it can change the way you care for yourself and others.

Read here 👇

Author:  Maddy Walters Rethinking What Self-Care Means Many people dismiss self-care as frivolous, often associating it with being indulgent, or not worthy of their time. Today’s environment is heavily focused on productivity and success, even if it comes at the cost of our emotional w

10/17/2025

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 As we move into Fall, it’s a meaningful time to pause, reflect, and reset. To support your well-being, we're offering discounted therapy sessions with Maddy Walters, our therapist-in-training. Whether you're facing stress, life transitions, or simply seeking space to care for your mental health, this is an opportunity to prioritize yourself and find grounding this season.

Slots available for in-person and virtual. No need to submit financials - just a credit card required on file.

Only $45/session! Now accepting clients! Click the link to enroll in this program today! https://www.agoodplacetherapy.com/news-and-events-blog/discounted-therapy-with-maddy

10/16/2025

We often treat anxiety as something to fix, fight, or breathe away.
But what if it’s trying to tell us something?

In her latest blog, AGP therapist Kelsey Crowe explores the hidden emotional life of anxiety and how tuning into our feelings, rather than silencing them, can lead to deeper understanding and healing.

👉 Read “The Hidden Emotional Life of Anxiety” on our blog now: https://www.agoodplacetherapy.com/the-blog/hidden-emotional-life-anxiety

10/10/2025

🌍💚 On this World Mental Health Day, let’s prioritize our mental well-being. Mental Health is a global priority. Remember, it’s okay to ask for help and take time for yourself. Together, we can create a supportive community where everyone feels heard and valued.

09/30/2025

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 As we move into Fall, it’s a meaningful time to pause, reflect, and reset. To support your well-being, we're offering discounted therapy sessions with Maddy Walters, our therapist-in-training. Whether you're facing stress, life transitions, or simply seeking space to care for your mental health, this is an opportunity to prioritize yourself and find grounding this season.
Slots available for in-person and virtual. No need to submit financials - just a credit card required on file.

Only $45/session! Now accepting clients! Click the link to enroll in this program today!
https://www.agoodplacetherapy.com/news-and-events-blog/discounted-therapy-with-maddy?fbclid=IwY2xjawNI_S9leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFzYmdKeGZRZkNlWUVVdDQ0AR5LFPagqYBeNxcrHRevmgJQARCFgIiZUqNebYqvoDeUtlfbUbPE5-9VBFPp5w_aem_Wdb4FkNk5xHpca5mnPcc9Q

09/29/2025

We love this quote from Meg Heinicke, AMFT, our therapist based in San Francisco. Sometimes today’s challenges are tomorrow’s proud moments. What’s one choice you’ve made in the past that your future self is grateful for now? 🌿

Click the link to read more about Meg and to schedule a free consultation with her! https://www.agoodplacetherapy.com/meg

09/22/2025

Shana Tova! Rosh Hashana begins tonight at sundown and signifies the Jewish new year. Rosh Hashanah is considered a time for self-reflection, new beginnings, and renewal. We hope that this is a time to hit restart, reflect on the last year, and celebrate what is to come.