Phobias
How to Overcome the Fear of Blushing
Blushing is a normal reaction in certain circumstances. So why might you have a fear…
Mental Health Blog
Depression
What Causes Depression? It May Not Be What You Think
If you or a loved one are struggling with depression, there can be several causes….
DBT
cPTSD vs. PTSD: What’s the Difference?
Complex post-traumatic stress disorder (cPTSD), sometimes referred to as complex trauma or complex PTSD, is…
OCD
Excessive Hand Washing: How Much Is Too Much?
It used to be easier to determine how much hand washing was excessive — but…
OCD
5 Myths You Need to Know About Intrusive Thoughts
Intrusive thoughts about violence, one’s sexual orientation, gender, and other topics can lead to severe…
Career
A Psychologist’s Advice on How to Cope with Life Transitions
Life is full of changes — many of them hard to deal with. How can…
CBT
Assertive vs. Aggressive: What’s the Difference?
Many people use these two terms interchangeably, but there are important differences in what it…
DBT
Your Easy Guide to the DBT’s GIVE Skills
Not every relationship is worth preserving. For those relationships you want to maintain or improve,…
DBT
Change Is Inevitable
Lots of people have difficulty with change — but it always comes. Change is inevitable….
Anxiety
What Is Panic Disorder With and Without Agoraphobia?
Adults, teens, and even children can suffer from anxiety disorders. One type of anxiety characterized…
PTSD
Is PTSD Permanent? It Doesn’t Have To Be
Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, can be demoralizing. It can even be disabling. But is…
Anxiety
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…