Students are starting to get ready for class from kindergarten to college. For some students, they’re starting school for the first time. For others, it’s transitioning to a new grade or moving from home to start their first year of … Continue reading
Employees with an anxiety disorder can have immense psychological suffering in the workplace. Workplace anxiety can lead to them turning down a promotion or other opportunities just because they either involve public speaking or a lot of traveling. It can … Continue reading
According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA), about 40 million adults are affected from anxiety disorders, which is about 18% of Americans. These disorders as such, are among the leading mental health illnesses by prevalence. If you … Continue reading
Feeling anxious at times is normal for everyone. Anxiety is part of the body’s natural reaction to stress. Anxiety can also be helpful at times, making you more alert and prepared to act. Anxiety disorders occur when feelings of anxiety … Continue reading
I found this interesting article on social anxiety disorder. The article gives information on how social anxiety disorder is one of the most common mental health problems. Many therapists in San Francisco struggle to implement an effective treatment. However, new … Continue reading
Career transitions are an important reason that people come to see me in my Pasadena individual psychotherapy office. Career transitions are often a stressful time in people’s lives. Navigating a career transition successfully, however, will lead people to a more … Continue reading
The holidays are often a time of great anxiety and stress. As a San Francisco Therapist, I have been able to provide people with tips for managing holiday stress and anxiety. There are plenty of good reasons for people to … Continue reading
The times surrounding the holidays can be a very stressful time, and most people do struggle with the emotions of sadness and holiday stress at some point during the holidays. I often see people at this time of year in … Continue reading
A common issue that I see in my San Francisco psychotherapy practice is anxiety. Besides treatment of anxiety, I am interested in why people become anxious in the first place. I have noted in my practice that anxiety often runs … Continue reading
One of the focuses of my San Francisco Assertiveness Training practice is to help people learn how to be more assertive in sticking up for their ideas. One misconception that people have regarding assertiveness training is that people need to … Continue reading