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How to Talk to Your Therapist When You Have Social Anxiety
Social anxiety disorder (SAD), also called a social phobia, is characterized by intense fear or anxiety of being negatively evaluated, judged, or rejected in a social situation. Individuals with social anxiety often limit their interaction with people outside of their close family and friends. While the degree to which social anxiety impacts an individual varies,…
Managing Depression During Social Isolation
The outbreak of the global coronavirus pandemic is stressful for many people. Since the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the COVID-19 outbreak a global pandemic, regions across the world have mandated quarantine and social distancing to help slow and stop the spread of the virus. Around the world, schools and businesses have closed, travel plans…
What are Cognitive Behavioral Therapists?
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a common type of talk therapy (psychotherapy) that has been demonstrated effective for a range of mental health struggles including anxiety disorders, depression, substance abuse, eating disorders, marital problems, and severe mental illness. CBT is based on scientific research methods forming several core principles, to include the following premises: Psychological…
