Great Lakes Psychology Group

09/11/2025

Engaging children in virtual therapy sessions can be both effective and creative. From helping them set up their own therapy space to using Zoom tools, whiteboards, and even crafts, simple strategies can go a long way in building connection. 💻 🎨

09/10/2025

When you hear the words self-care, what comes to mind? Maybe a vacation, a yoga class, or a few hours away from your responsibilities. These can all be valuable ways to recharge, but they also require something many of us don’t have in abundance: time. Most people do not have the luxury to press p...

09/09/2025

Living with chronic health issues can feel isolating, especially when the people around you don’t understand. Whether you’re dealing with chronic illness or chronic pain, finding ways to explain your experience can be difficult. This is where spoon theory comes in. As we recognize Pain A...

09/09/2025

Cultivating a growth mindset helps therapists to embrace challenges, view feedback as an opportunity, and continue developing long after licensure. Our most recent blog explores practical ways to reframe setbacks, nurture emotional resilience, and support ongoing professional development. 🌱

Discover how adopting a growth mindset can help therapists stay resilient, avoid burnout, and embrace ongoing learning in clinical practice.

09/01/2025

🍂 Fall can mean fuller caseloads and busier days. Our latest blog shares simple strategies to help therapists stay grounded during the seasonal rush.

Discover strategies for navigating the busy fall season as a therapist. Learn how to manage a fuller caseload, protect your energy, and stay grounded while supporting clients.

09/01/2025

Starting college, moving to a new city, or even just spending some time away from home can bring up unexpected emotions. The longing for familiar faces and places or the sudden craving for home-cooked meals can be signs you may be experiencing homesickness. Whether you’re a college student adj...

08/28/2025

🌱 Thinking about using social media to grow your practice? For therapists, social platforms can be more than just a marketing tool. They can be a space to connect, educate, and build trust with potential clients.

✅ Connect with colleagues in your field
✅ Attract new clients by sharing your therapeutic approach
✅ Build name recognition and credibility through valuable content

✨ Ready to take the next step in growing your private practice? Explore how joining our network can help.

08/28/2025

Relationships naturally evolve over time, and understanding the phases can help you navigate them with more awareness and compassion. 💙

✨ The 4 Phases of Relationships:
1️⃣ Euphoric Phase: Everything feels new and exciting
2️⃣ Early Attachment Phase: Building emotional bonds
3️⃣ Crisis Phase: Navigating conflict and differences
4️⃣ Deep Attachment Phase: Creating a mature, stable connection

Every relationship looks different, but knowing these phases can help provide some clarity.

👉 If you and your partner are struggling in any stage of your relationship, therapy can help you strengthen your connection and move forward with confidence.

🔗 Find a therapist near you or online at findmytherapist.com

08/26/2025

Are you integrating Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) into your practice? Our latest blog explores the ACT process of self-as-context and how you can use it to help clients connect with a greater sense of awareness. ✨

Acceptance and commitment therapy or ACT is a third wave cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) approach and intervention. ACT helps clients engage in more value-based living while promoting psychological flexibility.  ACT...

08/26/2025

Starting a new relationship often feels like stepping into a new, magical world where everything seems brighter. Your partner may seem perfect in your eyes, you may have butterflies in your stomach at the thought of them, and you may find yourself daydreaming about your future potential together. Th...

08/21/2025

💔 Friendships should feel supportive, not one-sided. If you notice any of these red flags, it may be a sign of an unhealthy dynamic.

✨ Therapy can help you set boundaries, build stronger friendships, and prioritize your well-being. Find a therapist at findmytherapist.com.

08/20/2025

Starting therapy can feel exciting, but it can also feel intimidating if you’ve never been before. Whether you’re beginning therapy for the first time or you’ve been to therapy before, knowing what to talk about in therapy can help you feel more prepared, confident, and engaged in....