Stress vs. Anxiety: What’s the Difference?
Many people think of stress and anxiety as the same thing. There are important differences, however. Understanding them can help you if you’re experiencing stress or anxiety….
Cleithrophobia: The Fear of Being Trapped
If you get panicky in enclosed spaces or situations when you feel trapped, you’re not alone. Cleithrophobia is a well-understood and treatable problem. Learn more. Updated: March 2nd, 2025 Cleithrophobia: Definition Cleithrophobia is a fear of being trapped. It is a “specific phobia” (as opposed to a social phobia). Cleithrophobia can affect adults or children.……
What Is Panic Disorder With and Without Agoraphobia?
Adults, teens, and even children can suffer from anxiety disorders. One type of anxiety characterized by panic attacks and the fear of more panic attacks is known as panic disorder (with or without agoraphobia). Panic Disorder and Its Symptoms Panic disorder is a potentially debilitating condition that affects between 2-3% of adults in the United……
Avoidance: There’s No Escaping Its Importance to Anxiety
Updated: March 15th, 2025 Sometimes we all skip out on things we don’t like. How is that relevant to anxiety? Very! Learn why avoidance may be the most important thing you’re overlooking to improve your anxiety. Why Is Avoidance So Important? We all try to get more of the things we like and less of……
How to Stop a Panic Attack
There are few things more unpleasant than a panic attack. Getting one to stop can be complicated, but the strategies presented below can help….
Negative Reinforcement: How You Accidentally Worsen Your Anxiety
Last updated: June 14, 2025 Negative reinforcement plays an important role in anxiety and related problems. Obsessive-compulsive disorder, social anxiety, panic attacks, and other related disorders can all be worsened by it. So what is negative reinforcement? Anxiety is relatively well understood in the 21st century. A mere 50 or 75 years ago, that wasn’t……
How to Find the Right Psychotherapy for You in NYC
Deciding to seek help is a big first step. From there, it’s important to find the right therapist. But with so many psychotherapy options in New York, how can you know what to look for? Last updated: December 19, 2021 The best therapist for you has the appropriate training and expertise to treat the issues……
Fear of Flying Therapy: Panic No More
The Manhattan Center for Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy offers fear of flying treatment. This therapy is targeted to those who have become reliant on alcohol or prescription medications to fly. It’s also effective for those who’d like to avoid that! Fear of Flying Despite numerous technological advancements to improve the safety and accessibility of traveling by airplane,……