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Do I Have Illness Anxiety, Panic Disorder, or Generalized Anxiety? Understanding the Root of Constant Worry about Your Health
Learn the differences between illness anxiety, panic disorder and generalized anxiety and the treatments that work
Health Anxiety: Why You Can't Stop Googling Your Symptoms (and what to do instead!)
It starts with a twinge in your chest. Or maybe a slight headache. Before you know it, your mind jumps to the worst-case scenario: ...
5 Conversation Tips for Social Anxiety: How to Feel More Confident in Social Situations
If you live with social anxiety , even simple conversations can feel stressful. You might worry about saying the wrong thing, feel...
What If I Hurt My Baby? Understanding Harm Intrusive Thoughts in Postpartum OCD
Bringing home a new baby is supposed to be joyful - but what if you can’t stop thinking about hurting your baby? If you’ve ever whispered...
When OCD is Invisible: Understanding Pure O
When people think of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), they usually picture visible compulsions like handwashing, checking locks, or...
ERP vs. Inference-Based CBT: Which OCD Therapy Is Right for You?
If you’ve been searching for an OCD therapist  in Campbell, San Jose , or anywhere in California — or you’re considering working with an...
Reducing Sleep Anxiety After a Bad Night’s Sleep: Tips from a CBT for Insomnia (CBT-I) Therapist
We’ve all been there: a restless night, tossing and turning, only to wake up feeling groggy, anxious, and already behind. But often, the...
Anxiety, Procrastination, and Perfectionism: Understanding the Mental Health Connection
In my San Jose anxiety therapy  practice and through online therapy sessions , I regularly work with high-achieving professionals,...
Overcoming Overthinking at Work: Practical Tips from a Therapist
If you're someone who finds themselves constantly worrying about what could go wrong, second-guessing your decisions, or feeling...
Understanding Burnout: Why Millennials and Gen Z Are Affected More Than Previous Generations
Burnout is a growing concern, particularly among Millennials and Gen Z. The increase in reported burnout rates is largely due to a...
How Fitness Trackers Can Affect Your Mental Health: A Therapist’s Perspective
As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for anxiety and OCD, I’ve worked with many...
The Truth About OCD: 5 Common Misconceptions
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often misunderstood, leading to widespread misconceptions about the condition. As awareness grows,...
You Don't Have to Live in Survival Mode: Recognizing the Signs of Anxiety & OCD and When to Seek Treatment
If you're feeling overwhelmed by intrusive thoughts or anxious about everyday situations, you're not alone. Many people experience these...
Thought Records - A simple CBT tool to break the cycle of anxiety
Thought records are a fundamental tool in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy designed to help you identify, understand, and challenge that...
Generalized Anxiety Disorder - How to Cope with Constant Worry and Fear of the Unknown
Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) involves excessive anxiety and apprehension about many areas of life. People with GAD may especially...
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