Therapy basics

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Empowering your mental health with psychoeducation

Liz Talago•November 25, 2025

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Five benefits of being vulnerable in therapy sessions

Siobhan Neela-Stock•October 14, 2025

man having an in-person visit with his therapist

How to choose between online and in-person therapy

Liz Talago•October 10, 2025

young woman engaging in online therapy session at home

Finding the right type of therapy for you

Alex Bachert•April 10, 2025

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Why is therapy important for your mental health?

Saya Des Marais•February 4, 2025

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Six therapist-approved mental health tips to kick off the new year

Jen Lehr•January 8, 2025

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Setting mental health goals without extra stress

Siobhan Neela-Stock•January 7, 2025

man writing out meaningful personal goals for the new year

How to set New Year’s resolutions that support mental health

Saya Des Marais•January 3, 2025

woman attending online therapy under The Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008

What mental health parity means for your insurance coverage

Liz Talago•January 3, 2025

Man in a blue shirt sits at a wooden desk while working on a laptop. There is a desk light on and a plant on a shelf in the background. The image is framed in blue.

What are the benefits of doing therapy online?

Alex Bachert•November 13, 2024

How to talk to someone in your life about starting therapy

Alex Bachert•October 16, 2024

What are the most common benefits of talk therapy?

Alex Bachert•July 25, 2024

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Three ways to tell your therapist you’re moving on

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Why do people go to therapy?

Liz Talago•June 19, 2024

First therapy session: What to expect and five simple ways to prepare

Liz Talago•June 17, 2024

How long are therapy sessions, and how often should you go to therapy?

Liz Talago•June 13, 2024

Transference in therapy: What it is and why it matters

Liz Talago•June 7, 2024

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Seven signs you’re ready to start therapy

Alex Bachert•April 22, 2024

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Alex Bachert•March 6, 2024

What is a marriage and family therapist, and what does an LMFT do?

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What is a mental health counselor?

Alex Bachert•February 9, 2024

What is a behavioral therapist?

Alex Bachert•January 8, 2024

What is a psychologist?

Liz Talago•January 2, 2024

What is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW)?

Liz Talago•December 22, 2023

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Therapy basics

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woman talking to her provider about treatment options with text 'Psychoeducation'

Empowering your mental health with psychoeducation

Liz Talago•November 25, 2025

woman improving her self-awareness by being vulnerable with her therapist

Five benefits of being vulnerable in therapy sessions

Siobhan Neela-Stock•October 14, 2025

man having an in-person visit with his therapist

How to choose between online and in-person therapy

Liz Talago•October 10, 2025

young woman engaging in online therapy session at home

Finding the right type of therapy for you

Alex Bachert•April 10, 2025

A man with a beard and glass looks directly at the camera with a big smile. He is wearing an orange jacket and a denim shirt.

Why is therapy important for your mental health?

Saya Des Marais•February 4, 2025

a blue sky illustrating finding moments throughout the day that bring a sense of gratitude

Six therapist-approved mental health tips to kick off the new year

Jen Lehr•January 8, 2025

woman setting realistic mental health goals

Setting mental health goals without extra stress

Siobhan Neela-Stock•January 7, 2025

man writing out meaningful personal goals for the new year

How to set New Year’s resolutions that support mental health

Saya Des Marais•January 3, 2025

woman attending online therapy under The Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008

What mental health parity means for your insurance coverage

Liz Talago•January 3, 2025

Man in a blue shirt sits at a wooden desk while working on a laptop. There is a desk light on and a plant on a shelf in the background. The image is framed in blue.

What are the benefits of doing therapy online?

Alex Bachert•November 13, 2024

How to talk to someone in your life about starting therapy

Alex Bachert•October 16, 2024

What are the most common benefits of talk therapy?

Alex Bachert•July 25, 2024

Explore more categories

Mental health conditions Mental wellbeing Therapy modalities Life events & transitions Relationships & communication Identity & personal growth Child & teen mental health For therapists Rula resources Psychiatry & medication Tests & Quizzes Comparisons Surveys Therapy basics

Three ways to tell your therapist you’re moving on

Alex Bachert•July 24, 2024

Why do people go to therapy?

Liz Talago•June 19, 2024

First therapy session: What to expect and five simple ways to prepare

Liz Talago•June 17, 2024

How long are therapy sessions, and how often should you go to therapy?

Liz Talago•June 13, 2024

Transference in therapy: What it is and why it matters

Liz Talago•June 7, 2024

woman sits on couch contemplating starting therapy

Seven signs you’re ready to start therapy

Alex Bachert•April 22, 2024

What do people talk about in therapy?

Alex Bachert•March 6, 2024

What is a marriage and family therapist, and what does an LMFT do?

Liz Talago•February 29, 2024

What is a mental health counselor?

Alex Bachert•February 9, 2024

What is a behavioral therapist?

Alex Bachert•January 8, 2024

What is a psychologist?

Liz Talago•January 2, 2024

What is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW)?

Liz Talago•December 22, 2023

The Rula Blog>Therapy basics

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Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)Attachment-based Christian Counseling Child & Parent Psychotherapy Client Centered Therapy

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We’re here when you need us

Learn how Rula can support your mental health journey

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Emergency

The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7, confidential support with trained crisis counselors.

If you or a loved one is in emotional distress or a suicidal crisis, please call or text 988.

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