When searching for a therapist, you’ll come across different modalities they offer, like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). These are evidence-based approaches that address different needs, and they can be used…
A sudden sensation of dread stops you in your tracks. Your heart races even though you’re standing still. Your breathing quickens. You may feel like you’re losing control or experiencing a medical emergency. The terror is all-encompassing. Panic attacks come on suddenly. While they are…
Habit Reversal Training for skin picking and other body focused disorders is more common than one would think and often associated with other mental health disorders such, anxiety, OCD, depression, trichotillomania. You may be wondering: can I, or should I, seek professional support and what…
Anxiety is one of the most common mental health challenges, but it doesn’t look the same for everyone. Some people experience racing thoughts before a presentation. Others feel panicked at the idea of leaving home or feel judged and evaluated while socializing with others. Some…
“I’m a burden to others.” “Why would they like YOU?” “You’re just going to screw this up.” “I have to be the strong one for everyone else” “I cannot show emotion.” These are things you would probably never say to another human being unless you’re…
The sun’s out, the temperature is rising, and… you’re feeling depressed. While people typically experience the effects of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) in the fall and winter months, this condition can also cause some individuals to feel depressed in the spring and summer. There is…