The Couch: A Therapy & Mental Wellness Blog

Zencare's space to share what we would have wanted to know when we were looking for therapists — including what to look for in a therapist, and therapists' advice on mental health concerns.

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Out-of-Network

Learn about "what out of network" means, how much therapy sessions cost when they're out of network, and why you might want…

3 min read
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Pure O OCD

Pure O, is a subtype of OCD, in which individuals experience obsessions, such as intrusive and distressing thoughts. Learn about signs, symptoms,…

4 min read
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Therapeutic Alliance

The therapeutic alliance refers to the idea of a strong, productive relationship between therapist and client. Learn more about the therapeutic alliance,…

6 min read
Therapy 101

What Do Psychologists Do?

Learn about what credentials psychologists have, the different types of psychologists, and how to find a psychologist who's right for you!

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