Robert* rushed into his session late, as usual. “Sorry,” he said breathlessly. “I know I’m always late. It seems like someone always pulls me into an urgent meeting right before I see…
Spirals of Harm, Fear of Pedophilia, and Scrupulosity
We’ve all heard it. “I’m so OCD.” The phrase is typically followed by a remark on how organized someone is, typically with a positive focus. While it’s true that, for some, cleaning…
How to Criticize |
HOW TO CRITICIZEJeremy Sherman There’s a lot of talk about how, in these tough times, we have to be kinder to each other. There’s something to it—just not everything. We don’t have…
Neurodiversity: A Wellness Paradox |
“To feel intensely is not a symptom of weakness, it is the trademark of the truly alive and compassionate.” —Anthon St. Maarten. Source: RF studio / Pexels Could oversensitive and neurodivergent clients…
The Overlooked Tyranny of Quick Fixes
Plumber Source: Pixabay Advancements in technology and developments in psychiatry have improved, upgraded, and enhanced our lives in so many ways. We’d be remiss, however, if we didn’t examine the associated risks….
CBT and PE |
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a debilitating mental health condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. The impact of traumatic experiences can be profound, and finding effective treatment is crucial for those…
Putting Worry to Work for You
Frequently, successful athletes, executives, or other professionals get sucked into the cycle of anticipatory anxiety. Anticipatory anxiety is best described as worry about something that has not yet happened and trying to…
Is Your Anxiety the Problem or Just a Symptom?
How often do stress and anxiety overwhelm you to the point that it is hard to shake them off and focus on what is right in front of you? It may feel…
Anxious Thoughts and Procrastination in Adolescents
Source: netrun78 / Adobestock Procrastination, the intentional delay of tasks despite expecting negative consequences, is a common occurrence among individuals, particularly in adolescents. It is often regarded as a self-regulatory failure involving…
Tinnitus Is Psychologically Damaging, New Research Finds
Source: Courtesy of Fumiste Studios Tinnitus. For those who don’t have it, even the word may be hard to pronounce. For those who do, tinnitus (usually pronounced TIN-it-us) is a constant presence…