HOW TO OVERCOME TRAVEL ANXIETY NOW
Now that summer is in full swing you’re likely planning a trip with friends or family. Maybe a trip to see grandma, Disneyworld, or somewhere overseas? In my practice when June rolls around one of the more common questions my clients tackle is how to manage their travel anxiety. Leaving home, dealing with TSA, fears […]
What are phobias? Plus a video of Jerry Seinfeld on phobias!
Phobias are defined as a persistent, irrational fear of a specific object, activity, or situation that leads to a compelling desire to avoid it. Over 10 million adults in the US suffer from some sort of phobia according to the National Institute of Mental Health. In fact according to this map of common fears by US […]
3 ways to help your anxiety and start feeling better now. Plus a bonus tip!
Summertime is in full swing here in Austin and even though most people are celebrating the break from school and the end of winter many people are noticing something that’s raining on their parade. Since 40 million US adults are affected by anxiety it’s likely that you or someone you know is experiencing symptoms of […]
The Power of Forgiveness
The Importance of Forgiveness to Your Mental Health According to a 2016 recent study in the Journal of Health Psychology, forgiveness has a profound effect on our mental health. The act of forgiving others, and of forgiving yourself, can help guard against stress and preserve overall mental health. Researchers considered the cumulative effects of a […]
Mid-Year Resolutions
Status Check on Your New Year’s Resolutions – Progress, Not Perfection Every new year is an opportunity for us to decide to make big changes for our own self-improvement and well-being. And many of us feel particularly motivated after a few glasses of champagne, tipsy, and overly zealous to commit to sweeping changes that will […]
