As an OCD therapist, I meet clients all the time that believe their fears are bigger than themselves. When you finally understand what the intrusive obsessions and compulsion cycles are, you start to understand the need to challenge the thoughts and images.
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Addressing Teen OCD and Anxiety During the Holidays: Why You Should Act Now
So you’ve come to realize that your teen is struggling with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and/or Generalized Anxiety Disorder just in time for the holidays. While the winter holidays can be a wonderful time filled with cherished traditions and glad tidings, they can also be full of uniquely stressful challenges such as fulfilling annual obligations or […]
Technology has Changed the World of Counseling
Everything is constantly evolving and changing, including technology. Technology has become more and more a part of our daily lives. We use it to cook our food, drive for us, protect our homes, and supply us with entertainment. Technology has opened a whole new world to accomplish goals or tasks. For example, cell phones have […]
Inclusive Language: What Are Gender Pronouns and Why Do We Use Them
Pride month has come to an end and it’s one of the most celebratory times of the year. Not only did it provide us with the chance to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community, but a chance to focus and encourage further learning to make the world a more inclusive place. All community members of LGBTQI include […]
Emotional Support Animals and Their Therapeutic Benefits
It is natural that when anyone feels uncomfortable, scared, nervous, or sad, to immediately search for a way to feel a sense of safety or regulation. Some of these methods could be a hug, listening to music, exercising, meditation, etc.. Anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, or other mental health conditions…