CBT is a structured and goal-oriented type of talk therapy that focuses on helping individuals identify and challenge negative and irrational thought patterns or cognitive distortions. The assumption of CBT is that our thoughts influence our emotions which then influences our behavior (American Psychological Association,...
What is Play Therapy and How Does It Help Children? For children, play is a natural language, and that’s exactly what play therapy taps into. It’s a structured, evidence-based approach that helps children process emotions, improve behavior, and build healthier relationships—one toy at a time....
Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD) is more than just feeling shy or nervous in social settings—it’s a persistent fear of being judged, embarrassed, or rejected in social or performance situations. According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), SAD affects approximately 7% of the U.S....
What is it? “Mindfulness” is the English translation of the Pali word sati, meaning awareness, attention, and remembering (Siegel, Germer, & Olendzki, 2009). It can be traced back to the teachings of Buddha before being adopted by Western psychotherapy and pioneered by Jon Kabat-Zinn. Mindfulness...