Therapy Blog
I work to keep my therapy blog updated with the latest innovations and ideas in the field of psychotherapy and the latest news about my practice. I also contribute to other Foresight Psychology blogs including regarding Therapeutic Tutoring, Psych testing, and Coaching, Please note that all advice and self-help offered in my blog is not a substitute for consulting with a professional.
CBT for Social Anxiety
I offer CBT for social anxiety virtually and in-person to individuals and sometimes as group therapy. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is one of the most effective therapeutic approaches for addressing social anxiety disorder. Here's a breakdown of how CBT for...
CBT for OCD
I offer CBT for OCD for adolescents and adults, both virtually and in person. Cognitive-behavioral therapy for OCD is considered a cornerstone treatment, given its effectiveness. This post goes over how I use CBT for obsessive-compulsive disorder, with an example and...
Is Virtual Therapy as Effective as In-Person?
A common question prospective clients ask me is, "Is virtual therapy as effective as in-person?". The short answer is that it is usually as effective and powerful, sometimes more so, but some caveats are important to know. I provide both types of treatment, and while...
CBT for Depression
I commonly use CBT for depression as a first-line approach, though often with humanistic methods mixed in. Cognitive behavioral therapy for depression is an evidence-based psychotherapy approach widely used for treating many mental health conditions. If you already...
Virtual Couples Therapy
Virtual couples therapy, also known as online couples therapy, online couples counseling, and virtual marriage counseling, involves providing therapy and support to couples through secure online platforms. I provide this therapy in 41 states, allowing me to serve...
ACT Psychotherapy
ACT Psychotherapy is a cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) that is designed to help individuals develop psychological flexibility by teaching them to accept their thoughts and feelings rather than trying to change or control them. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy...
Teletherapy Groups
I offer teletherapy groups for specific purposes that work well in the group format. The virtual group therapy I offer is open, meaning that new people can join any time, and all virtual, meaning there will not be some people meeting in person and others joining...
Speech Anxiety Treatment
One focus of my practice is speech anxiety treatment. This type of anxiety, also known as public speech phobia, can be a challenging issue for many people for many reasons. Knowing the reasons for speech anxiety is not always necessary, but it can help guide...
Motivational Interviewing
Motivational interviewing is a therapy technique I use that aims to help clients find the motivation within themselves to make positive changes in their lives. The approach was developed by psychologists William R. Miller and Stephen Rollnick in the 1980s and has...
Examples of Integrative Therapy
There are many examples of integrative therapy that clinicians like me use to produce the best results for our clients. The goal of an integrative practice is to uniquely tailor the interventions to what will work best and be most comfortable for our clients. Choosing...
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