Moving on from any relationship you had with another person can be one of the most challenging times of a person’s life. Disappointment, hurt and sadness are a normal part of this painful experience. Remember that this is a chapter in your life story and you have the opportunity to learn from this experience in...Read More

Once you’ve decided to see a cognitive behavioral therapist, you should think about ways you can make every therapy session more effective. Being comfortable with the therapist you see is essential, but there are plenty of other factors to help you have the right mindset. These tips can ensure you can maximize the benefits of...Read More

A word that has become more commonly used recently is “triggered.” It refers to an emotional reaction people experience when they hear or see something they don’t necessarily like. These triggers could be reminders of something negative someone experienced recently or even during their childhood. Some of the symptoms of being triggered include anxiety, anger,...Read More

One of the most painful experiences is finding out someone doesn’t love you as much as you believed. Relationships can be complicated and disappointing when you realize that your parent, spouse, sibling, boyfriend, girlfriend, or even a close friend doesn’t treat you in a way that is loving or kind. It’s hard to know how...Read More

Whether you get anxious in traffic or struggle to feel positive emotions when you wake up each day, it can often feel like your emotions are always in control. You may feel powerless and surrender, succumbing to your mental health struggles once again. When you’re working with me, a cognitive behavior therapist, you’ll learn you...Read More

Over the past few years, mental health awareness has grown drastically. More and more people are acknowledging the struggles individuals face on a daily basis, and this has contributed to a greater sense of understanding. Despite this growth of acceptance, there remain some misconceptions about seeking treatment. If you’ve been struggling with anxiety, you might’ve...Read More

Although forensic psychologists and clinical psychologists both offer evaluative procedures for clients, there are significant differences including ethical requirements, who the client is, the purpose of the evaluation, who receives the information from the evaluation and confidentiality. Referral Sources for Clinical and Forensic Evaluations Individuals who receive clinical evaluations are typically doing so at the...Read More

Generalized anxiety, social anxiety, panic, phobias and Obessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Data indicate that in any given year, nearly 18% or nearly 40 million people in the United States experience an anxiety disorder. There are several types of anxiety disorders including generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, and various specific phobias. Anxiety disorders...Read More

Depression is often expressed in sleep and energy disruption, overall mood disturbance, inability to enjoy oneself, and difficulty being motivated, amongst many other symptoms. When someone feels depressed, they might feel like they’re in a ‘very dark place.’ A sense of being in a dark tunnel or room with no way out, and they can’t...Read More

Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating.   Whether or not you’re experiencing a mental disorder, relationship problems are common. We cannot get through life without relationships and we suffer when we lack them or they are unhealthy. People who are isolated...Read More