Duygu Balan LPCC

When Forgiveness Can Be Detrimental to Trauma Recovery

Deconstructing the myth of "forgive and forget."

Deconstructing the myth of "forgive and forget."

Beyond Family Ties: Choosing Your Tribe

Chosen families offer the opportunity to build relationships based on shared values and mutual support.

Chosen families offer the opportunity to build relationships based on shared values and mutual support.

An Erection Is Not Consent

Inclusive approaches to advocating for sexual assault victims will lead to prevention and healing.

Inclusive approaches to advocating for sexual assault victims will lead to prevention and healing.

13 Keys to Safe, Healthy, and Positive Sexting

Sexting can be a positive and enjoyable aspect of modern relationships.

Sexting can be a positive and enjoyable aspect of modern relationships.

Stuck in a Situationship?

Noncommittal romantic relationships, referred to as situationships, have increased in prevalence.

Noncommittal romantic relationships, referred to as situationships, have increased in prevalence.

Why It Should Be All Right to Cry

Vulnerability is a necessary component of intimacy, yet many societies view crying as a sign of weakness.

Vulnerability is a necessary component of intimacy, yet many societies view crying as a sign of weakness.

Capturing Today's Worst Dating Trends

As social media platforms amplify dysfunctional dating dynamics, new viral terms to describe them emerge.

As social media platforms amplify dysfunctional dating dynamics, new viral terms to describe them emerge.

Unveiling the Therapeutic Journey of 'Good Will Hunting'

‘Good Will Hunting’ (1998) portrays one of the most powerful representations of the healing power of the therapeutic relationship.

‘Good Will Hunting’ (1998) portrays one of the most powerful representations of the healing power of the therapeutic relationship.

Are You Gaslighting Me, or Am I Really Too Sensitive?

Gaslighting can occur in the workplace, medical settings, and romantic relationships. If you are concerned you are being manipulated or abused, trust your feelings and seek help.

Gaslighting can occur in the workplace, medical settings, and romantic relationships. If you are concerned you are being manipulated or abused, trust your feelings and seek help.

Breaking the Cycle of Dysfunctional Relationships

Recognizing the signs of being raised by dysfunctional parents is the first step to healing.

Recognizing the signs of being raised by dysfunctional parents is the first step to healing.