Dr. Amy E. Keller is a Doctor of Psychology in Psychoanalysis and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. She has a private practice in Pasadena, California and is the author of Get Real, Get Going: The Definitive Roadmap to Starting the Private Practice of your Dreams.
All tagged Getting Unstuck
We’ve all been caught in a big argument that started with something small. A simple word, tone, or minor transgression struck a nerve and you couldn’t resist striking back. That, my friends, is Shenpa, you’re triggered and are compelled to respond. In this article, Dr. Amy explains Shenpa and how to avoid getting hooked.
Escape the dreaded triangle! In this blog, Dr. Amy discusses ways to avoid being sucked into the emotional vortex known as “Karpman’s Triangle”. Bonus: this article includes an added special section featuring advice especially for therapists!
Avoid the dreaded drama triangle! “Karpman’s Triangle” consists of the three main roles that people can sometimes take on, and switch between, during high stress or emotional interactions. Read more to learn about this emotional rollercoaster.
