Discover a curated collection of inspiring tips and encouragement from Light On Anxiety, your go-to source for mental health insights and empowering content.
In this video, Zughey Flores, MA breaks down automatic negative thoughts, how they can influence the way we see ourselves and everyday situations, and why recognizing these patterns is an important first step toward changing them. π
If you find yourself getting stuck in negative thought patterns, therapy can help you learn practical strategies to respond differently. Reach out to Light On Anxiety to learn more.
Wondering if neuropsychological testing could help you or your child? π§ Testing can provide valuable insight into challenges with memory, focus, learning, organization, and everyday functioning while helping identify individual strengths and areas of difficulty.
In this video, Dr. John Park, PhD, explains some common reasons people seek testing and what a neuropsychological evaluation can actually tell you. π
If you have questions about whether testing may be right for you or your child, reach out to Light On Anxiety to learn more. Link in bio.
Feeling stuck in an anxious moment? Sometimes, a little βwigglingβ can help.
Small movements can send a signal to your brain that youβre safe, helping your body shift out of fight-or-flight and toward a calmer, more regulated state.
When anxiety shows up, try giving your body a little movement and see how it feels. π§ β¨
In this video, Joie Pecoraro, LSW shares more about online therapy and how virtual sessions can provide flexible, meaningful support from the comfort of your own home. π
If youβre wondering whether virtual therapy could be the right fit for you, reach out to Light On Anxiety to learn more about our online therapy options and how we can support you.
π§ Wondering if a neuropsychological evaluation could help you or your child?
Neuropsychological testing can provide a clearer understanding of how you think, learn, remember, and process information. It can also help identify strengths and challenges and provide guidance for next steps, including support at school or work.
In this video, Dr. John Park, PhD, explains why a neuropsychological evaluation may be helpful and what you can learn from the process.
Learn more about neuropsychological evaluations at Light On Anxiety. Link in bio. π
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us in celebrating the opening of our brand-new Wheaton location! π
Weβre so grateful to our community, partners, team, and everyone who helped make this day so special. Weβre excited to officially be part of the Wheaton community and look forward to continuing to provide compassionate, evidence-based mental health care in the area. π
You`re not broken if you feel lonely even when life looks full on the outside. π γ € Most of us are operating in a world built for large, one-time connections β not the kind of small, consistent belonging our brains actually need. γ € A micro-community might be the missing piece. Swipe through, then share with someone who`s been craving more real connection. γ € #findyourpeople #microcommunity #loneliness #belonging #mentalhealth #connection #lightonanxiety #socialanxiety #anxietytips #communityhealing #mentalwellness #cbttherapy #anxietynearme
π§ Mindfulness doesnβt mean clearing your mind or doing it perfectly. Itβs about noticing whatβs happening in the present moment and gently bringing your attention back when your mind wanders. π
In this video, Taylor Roys, LSW, shares a simple mindfulness practice you can use to slow down, notice your surroundings, and refocus your attention.
Remember: mindfulness is a practice, not a performance. You donβt have to be perfect at itβyou just have to keep practicing. πΏ
π A little fall decluttering can be good for more than just your home.
When thereβs too much clutter around us, it can sometimes add to that feeling of mental overload. Creating a little more space and organization can help your environment feel calmer, too. π
In this video, Natalie Flowers, LSW, shares simple ways to approach fall decluttering and create a space that feels a little more manageable.
You donβt have to clean everything at onceβstart with one small area and go from there. π§Ήβ¨
Anxiety wants certainty. Summer offers something better β actual memories. π γ € The problem with skipping events because of anxiety isn`t just missing the fun. It`s that every time you avoid, your brain learns the lesson: I can`t handle that. γ € The good news? You can absolutely unlearn it. γ € At LOA, we use CBT and Exposure therapy to help people stop letting anxiety make their decisions β and start actually living their lives. γ € This summer in Chicago is too good to sit out. πΆ γ € π Link in bio β Full article: Lollapalooza, Street Festivals & Summer Events γ € #anxietyrecovery #crowdanxiety #chicagosummer #cbttherapy #exposuretherapy #lightonanxiety #panicattack #agoraphobia #socialanxiety #mentalhealth #anxietytips #anxietynearme
π² Helping kids build coping skillsβone game at a time! π
Play can be a great way to help kids practice important skills like slowing down, taking deep breaths, recognizing big feelings, and learning how to respond when emotions run high. π
In this video, Elyse Panzella, MA, and Jennie Hart, M.S., show how a simple board game can become an opportunity to build emotional regulation skills in a fun and engaging way.
Sometimes, the best way to learn coping skills is to play your way through them. π§ π²
Is emetophobia βnormal,β or is it an anxiety disorder? π€
Fear of vomiting is more common than you might thinkβbut when that fear starts interfering with your daily life, influencing your choices, or causing significant distress, it may be more than a typical fear.
In this video, Alexis Cohen, LCSW, takes a closer look at emetophobia and what it can mean for those experiencing it.
What most people get wrong about BDD β it`s not a beauty problem. It`s an anxiety problem. π γ € Body Dysmorphic Disorder is classified alongside OCD in the DSM-5, and for good reason. The obsessive thoughts, the compulsive behaviors, the temporary relief that makes everything worse over time β it`s the same loop. γ € The brain locks onto a perceived flaw and treats it like a threat. The rituals feel necessary. But every check, every comparison, every reassurance-seek teaches your brain: this threat is real and I can`t handle it. γ € What actually moves the needle isn`t getting rid of the thoughts. It`s changing your relationship to them β and learning to live your life while they`re there. γ € CBT + ERP therapy can help. Our clinicians specialize in this exact pattern. γ € π Link in bio β Body Dysmorphic Disorder: What It Is & How We Treat It at Light On Anxiety γ €
Therapeutic truths that are easy to hear, but hard to accept. π€
Healing can feel uncomfortable before it feels peaceful. Your self-worth doesnβt have to be earned. And setting boundaries can bring guiltβeven when youβre doing whatβs best for you.
Growth isnβt always comfortable, but discomfort doesnβt mean youβre doing something wrong. Sometimes, it means youβre learning to choose yourself in new ways. π±
Heading back to school? πβ¨ Letβs make the transition a little easier!
In this video, weβre sharing simple executive functioning strategies for students and staff, including breaking big tasks into smaller steps, finding a scheduling system that works for you, and using calming techniques during times of stress. π§ π‘
Small strategies can make a big difference in feeling more organized, focused, and prepared for the school year ahead!
Your nightstand might be working against you β and you don`t even know it. π γ € Our CEO Dr. Debra Kissen was recently featured in Forbes Vetted breaking down the 5 items on your bedside table that are quietly sabotaging your sleep. Spoiler: it`s not just your phone. γ € Sleep and anxiety are deeply connected. When sleep suffers, anxiety rises. When anxiety rises, sleep suffers. γ € Save this, clear your nightstand, and share it with someone whose sleep has been off. γ € π Full article at the link in bio β Forbes Vetted: 5 Items On Your Nightstand That Are Harming Your Sleep γ € #sleep #sleepanxiety #betttersleep #insomniatips #lightonanxiety #drdebrakissen #forbes #forbesveted #sleeptips #nightstand #anxietytips #mentalhealthtips #cbttherapy #anxietynearme
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