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Dabrowski’s Theory of Positive Disintegration in Psychology
Do you ever wonder why some people go through a life-altering crisis only to come out the other side stronger and more at peace with [...]
Play Therapy: What Is It and How Does It Work?
Those moments when we feel most alive and energized often coincide with times of play (Price, 2022). “[P]lay by its nature is a creative, spontaneous, [...]
10 Person-Centered Therapy Techniques & Interventions [+PDF]
The idea of client-centered therapy might seem redundant – after all, when is therapy not centered on the client? This term seems redundant now, but [...]
How to Measure Resilience With These 8 Scales (+PDF)
When we experience disaster, trauma, or distressing psychological issues, we usually react with grief and a range of negative emotions. This is, of course, a [...]
What Are Family Therapy & Family Counseling?
We all start this life with a family, whether that family is composed of blood relatives, adopted parents, a close-knit neighborhood, or a foster family. [...]
17 Therapy Worksheets for Teens, Adults, and Couples (+PDFs)
Here at PositivePsychology.com, we’ve talked a lot about the different kinds of therapy that can help people struggling with a wide range of issues in [...]
19+ Mindfulness Quotes to Inspire Your Practice
If you have heard anything about positive psychology, you have caught wind of the word mindfulness. Critical for mental wellness, mindfulness is being fully present [...]
19 Best Narrative Therapy Techniques & Worksheets [+PDF]
Imagine a narrative of your “life story” in which you are the hero of your own life, rather than the victim? It is likely that [...]
Shame Resilience Theory: Advice From Brené Brown
Shame is something we all experience, not just those unfortunate enough to have experienced trauma in their lives. It is part of what it means [...]
27 Resilience Activities for Students and Adults (+PDF)
You may think you’re not very resilient. The word “resilient” might bring to mind all the struggles and setbacks that have plagued you in your [...]