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Writing by Dr. Alicia H. Clark on anxiety, relationships, wellness and parenting.
How Can I Stop My Intrusive Thoughts Of Worry?
Feel like your COVID-19 life is one big “What if?” One big uncertainty, right? The uncertainty breeds worry. Which breeds intrusive thoughts about said worries. Perhaps…
How To Overcome Anxiety Brain Fog
Anxiety is a complex brain-body system that has evolved over millions of years to help ensure our survival. Sometimes the symptoms of anxiety can meld with…
How To Stop Feeling Guilty That You’re Screwing Up Your Anxious Kid (You’re Not)
As a parent, it isn't always easy to know how to stop feeling guilty especially when it comes to our children, and seeing them overwhelmed with…
Understanding The Ins & Outs Of An Anxious Attachment Style (From A Therapist Who Knows)
Do you know what anxious attachment is? It’s when you’re anxious for people to show you they love you. Your parents. Your friends. Your coworkers. Because…
What is Anxiety, What is an Anxiety Disorder, and Why Defining It Matters
As a practicing psychologist for over 20 years, the question of “what is anxiety” is one that has led many conversations in my office. People often…
Dating: How to Spot Mr. Conceited in No Time Flat
You want to go out with people who are confident yet ego-quelled, but somehow you often end up dating a conceited jerk. It isn't hard to…
How To Recover From Emotional Exhaustion When You Don’t Have The Resources To Quit Your Life
Emotional exhaustion can feel like a deep pit with sandy walls, where every attempt to escape has you sliding right back to the bottom. You just…
I Want To Stop Thinking About Something. But How?
With so many unknowns and things on the horizon you may not want to think about, it isn't hard to dread what may lie ahead, and have…
Should My Child Return To School This Fall? 5 Steps To Help Parents Make A Good Decision
Back-to-school is coming on fast and schools are working hard to comply with various guidelines for reopening. Whether you are getting word about what your school…
In A Relationship With Someone With Anxiety During COVID-19? Try This.
Are you in a relationship with someone with anxiety, living in the same house? Most often, we address this challenge from our perspective – the person…
Father’s Day: What Dad Really Wants This Year
Moms and kids, this year you scratched your heads, wondering what dad really wants for Father’s Day. While you might scratch your head on this question…
B+ is the New A: Why Managing Expectations Is Critical To Managing Frustration
Who isn't losing a bit of patience during the lockdown, and now the phased reopening that has many of us feeling uncertain and anxious once again? It was…