by Jen McWaters, Psy.D. | Jan 29, 2019 | Anxiety, Parenting, Relationships, Stress
You probably know what it means to be an introvert versus an extrovert. Such psychological terms are now mainstream. They help us understand and empathize with one another’s differences. Few people, however, know what it means to be a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)...
by Other | Dec 14, 2018 | Anxiety, Depression, Introduction, Mindfulness, Stress, Yoga
Written by Kimberly Nenemay, Psy.D. My interest in psychology and people in general is a meandering story that began when I was very young, and continues to this day. At college, I quickly became aware of my interest in studying a wide range of subjects. A liberal...
by Other | Dec 7, 2018 | Anxiety, Personal Improvement, Therapy
Written by Haim Shemer, Psy.D. What is anxiety? It’s one of the most distressing emotions that people can experience! If you have ever felt anxious, you may be among the estimated 40 million adults affected by anxiety disorder in the U.S. It is the most common of...
by Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | Nov 2, 2018 | Anxiety, Depression, Mindfulness, Therapy, Yoga
“Come with me to a yoga class!” said my friend Caroline to me sometime last year. “Why on earth would I want to go to a stretch class with strangers I don’t know?” I thought to myself. If you relate to this sentiment, you are not alone. I harbored great skepticism...
by Other | Oct 5, 2018 | Anger, Anxiety, Grief, Mindfulness, Sleep/Relaxation
Written by Haim Shemer, Psy.D. Are you aware of your emotions? Can you identify the emotions that give rise to your feelings of anxiety, disturbance, bad behavior, or other uneasy states of mind? To help us with meanings, Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines the word...
by Other | Sep 21, 2018 | Anxiety, Children, Parenting, Personal Improvement, Stress
Written by Anke Reineke, Ph.D. Is it not natural for humans to spend time in nature? Is it not a vital component of our well-being? I’ve been enjoying the outdoors my whole life. During my childhood, being outdoors was the only place I wanted to be. I spent many hours...
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