When people hear “sports psychologist,” they often picture elite Olympic athletes or professional teams. But the truth is, athletes at every level can benefit from working on the mental side of performance.
Physical training builds strength, speed, and endurance. Mental training builds focus, resilience, and confidence. And in many cases, ...
Many adults who come to therapy for the first time are not looking for an ADHD diagnosis. They are looking for answers. They describe feeling chronically overwhelmed, exhausted by daily tasks that seem to come easily to others, and frustrated by a long history of “almost” meeting expectations. Often, they have spent years blaming themselves, assuming ...
For many people, the holiday season brings a mix of emotions. Alongside joy and excitement, there can be increased stress, family tension, and emotional overwhelm. Navigating all of this can feel exhausting. That’s why we often think of the holidays as the season for DBT and RO-DBT skills. Below are several strategies that can help ...
Obsessive–Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a painful and often misunderstood condition. People with OCD experience intrusive, distressing thoughts (obsessions) and feel driven to perform mental or physical rituals (compulsions) to relieve anxiety or prevent imagined harm. Today, evidence-based treatment options are stronger than ever. Two leading approaches, ...
Many people pride themselves on being organized, conscientious, and self-disciplined. These traits often lead to success in school, work, and relationships. But when taken to extremes, the very same qualities can start to backfire, creating loneliness, burnout, and emotional exhaustion.
This pattern is known as overcontrolled coping or maladaptive ...
What's the difference?
Life can be stressful at times, and we each have our way on how to cope. Some of us respond impulsively and emotionally; others hold it all in and work hard to stay in control. These styles, called undercontrolled and overcontrolled coping, can create challenges that impact our relationships, emotions, and overall ...
Parenting a teenager can be both rewarding and challenging. Between school stress, social media, friendships, and identity development, many parents worry when their teen seems overwhelmed or “out of control.”
If your child experiences emotional highs and lows, acts impulsively, or struggles to cope with stress, Dialectical Behavior Therapy ...
The quest for mental well-being often involves finding the right mental health professional. While many insurance plans offer in-network options, sometimes the perfect match may be an out-of-network provider. In this blog, we'll explore the nuances of using out-of-network providers for mental health services and provide guidance on how to navigate ...