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Center for Anxiety, OCD, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Exploring Anxiety, OCD, and CBT: Insights and Strategies

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Social anxiety and performance anxieties (public speaking, paruresis, etc)
Generalized anxiety, panic, health anxiety, and other anxiety disorders
Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and related issues
Trichotillomania, skin excoriation, and other compulsive behaviors
Depression and mood
Children, teenagers, parents and families
General cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure and response prevention (ERP) and other topics

Social Anxiety and Performance Anxieties

Struggling with Social Anxiety in College? A Practical Guide for Students and Parents

Stepping into the whirlwind of college life, where new faces and endless social events abound, can feel overwhelming when burdened by social anxiety. This may be especially true for students attending college in Philadelphia, where the busting environment and social scene may post a challenge for students navigating social anxiety. Some teens may already be experiencing social anxiety before starting college, while others may develop social anxiety during their college years. Social anxiety – characterized by… Continue Reading Struggling with Social Anxiety in College? A Practical Guide for Students and Parents

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October 30, 2024
A forest path representing the journey of overcoming anxiety with DBT Skills like Distress Tolerance Skills and Exposure Therapy (Exposure and Response Prevention) techniques.

Overcome Your Anxiety: Enhancing Exposure Therapy with DBT Distress Tolerance Skills

Why Exposures Matter in Anxiety and OCD Treatment Exposure and response prevention (ERP) and other exposure-based therapies are among the most effective interventions for a wide variety of anxiety and related disorders. From social anxiety, performance anxieties, and specific phobias to generalized anxiety, and even obsessive-compulsive disorder and post traumatic stress disorder, exposures have been shown to offer meaningful symptom reduction and improvements in quality of life in a relatively brief amount of time. In… Continue Reading Overcome Your Anxiety: Enhancing Exposure Therapy with DBT Distress Tolerance Skills

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April 20, 2024
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Understanding and Overcoming Shy Bladder Syndrome in Philadelphia: Insights and Strategies

Understanding the Experience of Shy Bladder Do you or a loved one experience anxiety around public urination? Shy bladder syndrome, or paruresis, is a distinct form of social performance anxiety that affects countless individuals, making it difficult for them to urinate in public restrooms or in the presence of others. This condition is thought to be very common, with estimates suggesting that between 12,000 and 60,000 individuals in the greater Philadelphia region (or two to… Continue Reading Understanding and Overcoming Shy Bladder Syndrome in Philadelphia: Insights and Strategies

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February 6, 2024
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Social and Performance Anxiety Topics

Generalized Anxiety, Panic, Health Anxiety, and Other Anxiety Disorders

A forest path representing the journey of overcoming anxiety with DBT Skills like Distress Tolerance Skills and Exposure Therapy (Exposure and Response Prevention) techniques.

Overcome Your Anxiety: Enhancing Exposure Therapy with DBT Distress Tolerance Skills

Why Exposures Matter in Anxiety and OCD Treatment Exposure and response prevention (ERP) and other exposure-based therapies are among the most effective interventions for a wide variety of anxiety and related disorders. From social anxiety, performance anxieties, and specific phobias to generalized anxiety, and even obsessive-compulsive disorder and post traumatic stress disorder, exposures have been shown to offer meaningful symptom reduction and improvements in quality of life in a relatively brief amount of time. In… Continue Reading Overcome Your Anxiety: Enhancing Exposure Therapy with DBT Distress Tolerance Skills

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April 20, 2024
Smooth stones symbolizing tranquility in managing health anxiety and anxiety about illness, a journey supported in Philadelphia

Think You Might Be Over-Worried About Your Health? Here’s What You Need to Know

A Closer Look at Health Anxiety Do you ever find yourself lying awake at night, fretting over a new or imagined symptom, wondering if your concern is just caution or something more? You’re not alone. Many of the adults, teens and children we work with have spiraled down the rabbit hole of health worries at some point, but when does this vigilance cross into the realm of health anxiety?  In our practice as clinical psychologists… Continue Reading Think You Might Be Over-Worried About Your Health? Here’s What You Need to Know

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March 24, 2024

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

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You Are Not Your OCD Thoughts: Gaining Perspective on Intrusive Thoughts of Harming Yourself or Others

Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) presents unique challenges, particularly when you find yourself grappling with intrusive thoughts of impulsively harming yourself and others. These thoughts can be deeply unsettling and may lead you to question your sense of self and mortal integrity. Despite the private nature of this struggle, know that you’re not alone. A substantial portion of those with OCD contend with similar concerns. In fact, research highlights that obsessive thoughts about harm are reported… Continue Reading You Are Not Your OCD Thoughts: Gaining Perspective on Intrusive Thoughts of Harming Yourself or Others

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April 6, 2024
Smooth stones symbolizing tranquility in managing health anxiety and anxiety about illness, a journey supported in Philadelphia

Think You Might Be Over-Worried About Your Health? Here’s What You Need to Know

A Closer Look at Health Anxiety Do you ever find yourself lying awake at night, fretting over a new or imagined symptom, wondering if your concern is just caution or something more? You’re not alone. Many of the adults, teens and children we work with have spiraled down the rabbit hole of health worries at some point, but when does this vigilance cross into the realm of health anxiety?  In our practice as clinical psychologists… Continue Reading Think You Might Be Over-Worried About Your Health? Here’s What You Need to Know

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March 24, 2024
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Uncovering the Truth: A Closer Look at the Misunderstood Realities of OCD Beyond the Stereotypes

With over 3 million Americans affected, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is more intricate than common stereotypes suggest. If you think OCD is only about cleanliness, you might be missing the broader picture. Learn why it’s vital to understand the complexity of OCD and how seeking the right help can change lives. OCD Myths and Realities I’m so messy, so how can I still have obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)? Can you even have OCD without being… Continue Reading Uncovering the Truth: A Closer Look at the Misunderstood Realities of OCD Beyond the Stereotypes

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March 11, 2024

Trichotillomania, Skin Excoriation, and Other Compulsive Behavior Disorders

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Beyond Myths and Misconceptions: Uncovering the Misunderstood Realities of Trichotillomania, Excoriation Disorder, and Other Body-Focused Compulsive Behaviors

Are you feeling alone in your struggle with behaviors like hair-pulling or skin-picking, wondering if what you’re doing makes you ‘weird’? Do you find yourself asking why you can’t just stop, despite the harm it causes? Perhaps you’re probing the depths of your past, searching for a trauma that might explain these actions, or maybe you think it’s all just due to stress and that better sleep or more exercise could fix it. These are… Continue Reading Beyond Myths and Misconceptions: Uncovering the Misunderstood Realities of Trichotillomania, Excoriation Disorder, and Other Body-Focused Compulsive Behaviors

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April 8, 2024
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A Guide to Finding Specialized Therapy for Trichotillomania, Skin Excoriation Disorder, and other BFRBs in Philadelphia and Beyond

Finding the Right Support for Trichotillomania and Skin Picking Disorder in Philadelphia and Beyond Have you been searching for specialized therapy for trichotillomania (compulsive hair-pulling), skin excoriation disorder (skin-picking), or other body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs) in Philadelphia or surrounding areas? Feeling overwhelmed by the search for a therapist who truly understands trichotillomania or skin excoriation disorder? You’re not alone. While BFRBs fall within the spectrum of obsessive-compulsive related disorders, they require a distinct therapeutic approach… Continue Reading A Guide to Finding Specialized Therapy for Trichotillomania, Skin Excoriation Disorder, and other BFRBs in Philadelphia and Beyond

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March 6, 2024

Depression and Mood

Symbolic icons for mental wellness activities including cooking, dancing, photography,and journaling, which are part of activity scheduling and behavioral activation. This approach, available at our CBT center in Philadelphia and Pennsylvania, is effective for enhancing mood, combating anxiety, and boosting well-being.

Enrich Your Life: A Comprehensive Guide to Activities for Improved Mood and Well-Being

Brief Recap of Activity Scheduling and Behavioral Activation In part one of this series, we discussed the theoretical foundations and benefits of activity scheduling and behavioral activation. Now, let’s translate these concepts into practical actions with an extensive list of activities. Comprehensive List of Activities Explore a variety of activities tailored to different needs and interests: Health and Self-Care Activities: Comb or brush hair, take baths, put on makeup, fix hair, wear new clothes, shave, take… Continue Reading Enrich Your Life: A Comprehensive Guide to Activities for Improved Mood and Well-Being

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May 10, 2024
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Unlocking Mental Wellness: The Power of Activity Scheduling and Behavioral Activation

Introduction to Activity Scheduling and Behavioral Activation Welcome to our exploration of activity scheduling and behavioral activation—vital tools that can profoundly enhance mental well-being. Whether you’re contending with depression, generalized anxiety, PTSD, or simply striving to enrich your emotional state, these strategies are transformative. The Science of Activity Scheduling Activity scheduling forms a core part of behavioral activation (BA), an effective component of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). It’s designed to help individuals increase their engagement… Continue Reading Unlocking Mental Wellness: The Power of Activity Scheduling and Behavioral Activation

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May 10, 2024

Children, Teenagers, Parents and Families

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Empowering Anxious Children Through Play: A Parent’s Guide to PRIDE Skills

Understanding Anxiety in Children: The Role of Play and Support Have you ever watched your child struggle with anxiety and felt unsure about the best way to help? Have you ever wondered if behavioral therapy for anxious children might help?  Navigating the complexities of parenting an anxious child can feel like walking through a maze without a map. The challenges are real, and the concern for your child’s well-being can act as your guide. It’s… Continue Reading Empowering Anxious Children Through Play: A Parent’s Guide to PRIDE Skills

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February 22, 2024
Mother supporting anxious child through play, illustrating DADS skills in managing childhood anxiety.

Guiding Anxious Children Through Fear: A Parent’s Guide to Parent-Assisted Exposures and DADS Skills

Navigating Childhood Anxiety with DADS Skills Parenting an anxious child often feels like navigating a maze blindfolded, especially when trying to find the best ways to support them. You might find yourself asking, “How can I support my child in facing their fears?” or “What can I do to encourage my child to engage with their anxieties in a healthy way?” Understanding the role of exposures in managing anxiety and OCD is a crucial piece… Continue Reading Guiding Anxious Children Through Fear: A Parent’s Guide to Parent-Assisted Exposures and DADS Skills

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February 21, 2024
Parenting a child with anxiety

Embracing Supportive Statements for Anxious Kids, Teens, and Young Adults: A Guide for Relatives

Understanding the Power of Your Communication Watching a child struggle with an anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder or related challenges often leaves parents and loved ones feeling powerless. Despite our best efforts to calm, reassure, and protect, actions like telling kids “it will be okay” or “you don’t need to worry” might not provide the long-term relief we aim for. At the Center for Anxiety, OCD, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in Philadelphia, we understand the crucial… Continue Reading Embracing Supportive Statements for Anxious Kids, Teens, and Young Adults: A Guide for Relatives

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February 15, 2024

General Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Other Topics

Hand holding a red heart, symbolizing self-compassion and mindfulness in managing anxiety, social anxiety, OCD, PTSD, and compulsive behaviors. At our center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, we utilize self-compassion techniques to enhance mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) therapies.

How Self-Compassion Can Transform Your Approach to Anxiety, OCD, PTSD, and More

Unlocking Resilience: How Self-Compassion Alleviates Anxiety, Worry, Compulsions, Trauma, and Beyond Living with conditions like OCD, anxiety, worry, PTSD, panic, and compulsive behaviors, often feels like a relentless battle with your own thoughts and emotions. In this struggle, self-compassion—akin to related approaches like self-validation—emerges not just as a supportive tool, but as a vital ally. By embracing kindness and understanding toward yourself, you can navigate these challenges with renewed hope and a clearer perspective. Self-compassion… Continue Reading How Self-Compassion Can Transform Your Approach to Anxiety, OCD, PTSD, and More

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May 6, 2024
A forest path representing the journey of overcoming anxiety with DBT Skills like Distress Tolerance Skills and Exposure Therapy (Exposure and Response Prevention) techniques.

Overcome Your Anxiety: Enhancing Exposure Therapy with DBT Distress Tolerance Skills

Why Exposures Matter in Anxiety and OCD Treatment Exposure and response prevention (ERP) and other exposure-based therapies are among the most effective interventions for a wide variety of anxiety and related disorders. From social anxiety, performance anxieties, and specific phobias to generalized anxiety, and even obsessive-compulsive disorder and post traumatic stress disorder, exposures have been shown to offer meaningful symptom reduction and improvements in quality of life in a relatively brief amount of time. In… Continue Reading Overcome Your Anxiety: Enhancing Exposure Therapy with DBT Distress Tolerance Skills

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April 20, 2024
Online Therapy for Anxiety and OCD

Navigating Online Therapy in Philadelphia and Pennsylvania: Insights from Dr. Chazin

Embarking on the journey to find the right online therapy for your mental well-being can be empowering. In a recent Forbes Health feature, Dr. Daniel Chazin, an expert in CBT and anxiety-related disorders, shared helpful insights that extend beyond depression to include anxiety, OCD, and related disorders, as well as cognitive-behavioral therapies in general. This blog explores Dr. Chazin’s recommendations and the wealth of information from the Forbes article, offering a detailed guide for making… Continue Reading Navigating Online Therapy in Philadelphia and Pennsylvania: Insights from Dr. Chazin

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January 18, 2024

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Social anxiety and performance anxieties (public speaking, paruresis, etc)
Generalized anxiety, panic, health anxiety, and other anxiety disorders
Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and related issues
Trichotillomania, skin excoriation, and other compulsive behaviors
Children, teenagers, parents and families
General cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure and response prevention (ERP), and other topics

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