by Chris McDonald | Oct 8, 2026 | Competence, For Therapists
One of the most powerful things we can experience as therapists is community. We spend so much of our time holding space for other people. We listen, support, guide, teach, and sit with clients through some of the most difficult moments of their lives. But who is...
by Chris McDonald | Sep 18, 2026 | Grief and yoga
There are some kinds of grief that begin long before a loss actually happens. Anticipatory grief can arise when we know—or fear—that we may lose someone or something important to us. It can happen when a loved one is seriously ill, a friend is facing a...
by Chris McDonald | Aug 19, 2026 | For Therapists, Therapy Intensives
As therapists, we sometimes work with clients who understand their patterns deeply but still feel unable to change them. They may have spent months—or even years—in therapy. The client has gained insight. They can identify where their anxiety comes from, understand...
by Chris McDonald | Aug 7, 2026 | For Therapists
Many therapists over the years have asked me how I bring yoga practices into therapy sessions without interrupting the flow of the work. The most common questions I hear are: How do you know when to bring yoga in? And what practices do you choose? Most days, I have...
by Chris McDonald | May 22, 2026 | For Therapists
I’ve taken more naps this week than I usually do. As someone living with chronic migraine, it can slow me down and make engaging in daily life difficult. Often, I feel like I have to “push through” or risk missing out on life. But last Sunday, I decided not to push...
