A long time ago, I was working with a marketing agency that suggested my tagline be “Dr. Teralyn’s Couch of Change.” Honestly, it made me laugh. The idea that a therapist’s couch could magically create change? Ridiculous. But it also perfectly illustrates how traditional therapy has long been romanticized and misunderstood. I was once that…
When people think about therapy, they often imagine the classic therapist’s couch: a quiet office, soft lighting, and a neutral space. But here’s the truth: therapy isn’t about the couch. It’s about your life, your relationships, and your ability to change what happens outside the office. As a matter of fact, when you go to…
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a powerful therapy for trauma, anxiety, and difficult life experiences. Traditionally offered in person, EMDR is now increasingly available via telehealth—bringing the benefits of this evidence-based therapy straight to your home. Some may worry that EMDR requires an in-office setting to be effective. In reality, telehealth EMDR works…
