Steven Lucas

Empathy is often seen as a cornerstone of meaningful human connection. It’s the ability to step into someone else’s shoes, feel their emotions, and understand their experiences. While many people instinctively recognize empathy, psychologist Robert Carkhuff took it a step further by developing a structured model to assess and enhance empathic communication. What Is Carkhuff’s […]

Introduction: In a world that never stops, protecting your mental health is no longer optional—it’s essential. But here’s the problem: while therapy, meditation, and self-care are trending, many powerful mental health habits are still flying under the radar. This article uncovers 10 lesser-known, science-backed habits that can significantly improve your mental well-being—without requiring hours of

Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) has shown promise for people with hard-to-treat depression. A study found that adding MBCT to standard treatments helped reduce symptoms and was cost-effective. MBCT is gaining traction as a powerful tool for managing depression and anxiety. MBCT combines traditional cognitive therapy techniques with mindfulness practices to help individuals manage negative thoughts

Carl Jung, the Swiss psychiatrist and psychoanalyst, left an indelible mark on the world of psychology. His groundbreaking theories on the unconscious mind, archetypes, and individuation continue to influence psychotherapy, literature, and even popular culture. Unlike his contemporary Sigmund Freud, who emphasized the role of childhood experiences and repressed desires, Jung took a broader approach—delving

Erik Homburger Erikson (1902–1994) was a German-American psychoanalyst best known for his theory of psychosocial development. Born in Frankfurt, Germany, Erikson faced early identity struggles, which later influenced his work. He studied under Anna Freud and became a leading figure in developmental psychology, emphasizing the role of social influences throughout life. His eight-stage theory of psychosocial development outlined key conflicts individuals face at

Carl Rogers (1902 – 1987) was born in Oak Park, Illinois. He is known as the father of client centred therapy, sometimes called non-directive therapy. Client Centred Therapy The basis of this approach is for the counsellor not to direct the client with questions, assessments, opinions and interpretations. Instead, the counsellor provides a safe, non-judgemental

It has often been said that the pen is mightier than the sword, but never more so than in this study about gratitude carried out by a university in the United States. Students from six different courses were asked to write letters of gratitude to people who had made a positive contribution to their lives. The

At some point in our lives, we will all have to deal with a crisis. We may experience a relationship break up, be made redundant from our job, or have to cope with the death of a loved one. But why do some people seem to cope with these situations better than others? The answer

When a man becomes delusional that his partner is being unfaithful it is referred to as Othello Syndrome. This intense jealousy, sometimes referred to as morbid jealousy or pathological jealousy, can affect any man at any time, and does not require previous psychiatric history. So, what is jealousy? It involves three parties – the subject,

Daniel Levinson graduated from Yale as a psychologist and developed a comprehensive stage theory of adult development. In his book The Seasons of a Man’s life he first used the term ‘midlife crisis’. We often hear this expression, but does it really exist? According to Levinson the midlife transition is a period of change that