How to Manage Social Anxiety Post Pandemic
Guest post blog by Codie Surratt, MA, LPC, LMT So just how do you manage social anxiety post-pandemic? “Do I need to wear my mask?” “Does it feel like this place is too crowded?” “Are we sure we’re ready to meet people and go out?” “Will the kids need their masks, even if we […]
How To Reduce Stress Response When Life Gets Hard
Guest Blog Post by Jane Kim, LCSW Wondering how to reduce stress response and the anxiety that flows from stress is a common concern because so many of us share it – nearly 60% of adults in the United States report feeling stress or anxiety daily. And when life gets hard, it can feel like […]
Therapist Recommended Anxiety and Depression Books
Trying to manage anxiety and depression on your own can feel daunting and near impossible. Anxiety and depression books are an excellent tool to learn more about what you’re feeling and to teach you tools and techniques to combat it. Here are some of our favorite books to get you started. Therapist Recommended Depression Books […]
How To Manage Anxiety in COVID Chicago
Guest blog post by Melissa Perrin, PsyD You are Not Alone. The suspense can be piercing as we wait to hear about one aspect of our collective future. Doom scrolling has switched from Covid watching to vote tallies and who will get enough electoral votes. Wondering how to manage anxiety? This is edge of the […]
How to Manage Fear and Anxiety during Coronavirus Pandemic
Guest blog post by Stephanie Gutzmer, Au.D., C-IAYT It’s hard right now. Your news feed is filled with information on coronavirus. It seems COVID19 is the only topic available online, on TV, and on radio. And with social distancing and quarantining becoming more of a global thing, it’s hard not to be in fear. So, how […]