TJ VanMarter, MA, BCBA, LMFT

TJ VanMarter, MA, BCBA, LMFT I offer counseling, therapy, coaching, and mental health services for those who are experiencing emo

In the world of mental health, few concepts are as life-changing—and as misunderstood—as radical acceptance. Born out of...
07/18/2025

In the world of mental health, few concepts are as life-changing—and as misunderstood—as radical acceptance. Born out of dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), radical acceptance isn’t about giving up or giving in. It’s about seeing reality for what it is, without fighting it.

It sounds simple. It’s anything but.

Read more to understand the nuances of Radical Acceptance and how mastering it can be one of the best skills you can learn in your life.

Specializes in ADHD, autism, depression, anxiety, men's issues, behavior, therapy, counseling, teen, bipolar, family therapy, male, life transition, parenting, relationships

It's not far-fetched to say that this country is the most divided it has been politically, at least in my lifetime. Whil...
06/26/2025

It's not far-fetched to say that this country is the most divided it has been politically, at least in my lifetime. While politics have always been a hot button issue, the division between party lines is costing us our relationships with friends, family members, co-workers and others. Here is a blog about how to maintain those relationships while maintaining your values.



Specializes in ADHD, autism, depression, anxiety, men's issues, behavior, therapy, counseling, teen, bipolar, family therapy, male, life transition, parenting, relationships

When I start a new episode of treatment with a client, I always assess for self-defeating behaviors that get in the way ...
06/19/2025

When I start a new episode of treatment with a client, I always assess for self-defeating behaviors that get in the way of progress and self-determination. People have a tendency to blame outside variables, such as bosses, family members, the weather, or anything else other than themselves when times are rough; but sometimes, it helps to have an honest conversation with ourselves to identify what variables we can control in order to minimize self-defeating behavior

Specializes in ADHD, autism, depression, anxiety, men's issues, behavior, therapy, counseling, teen, bipolar, family therapy, male, life transition, parenting, relationships

What's your favorite metaphor when discussing your negative self-talk? I like "Poisoned Parrot," because humans have the...
12/10/2024

What's your favorite metaphor when discussing your negative self-talk? I like "Poisoned Parrot," because humans have the ability to condition the speech of a parrot. If what we consistently say is negative, the parrot will not know any better and continue echoing those statements without understanding their context. Read below to better understand how to manage your parrot

Assessing your inner dialogue using a unique metaphor

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