We created the Light On Anxiety Resource Library so visitors can obtain access to helpful information and tools, as well as original content created by our staff and other clinical experts.
Our collection of articles, blogs, and videos has been carefully selected with you in mind. Our recommended resources are here to help you obtain greater clarity and guidance on how to obtain freedom from anxiety.
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Mindfulness: A Simple Way to Stay Present 💙
🧠 Mindfulness doesn’t mean clearing your mind or doing it perfectly. It’s about noticing what’s happening in the present moment and gently bringing your attention back when your mind wanders. 💙
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 don’t have to be perfect at it—you just have to keep practicing. 🌿
#Mindfulness #MindfulnessPractice #AnxietyTips #MentalHealthTips #StressManagement #MentalWellness #LightOnAnxiety
🍂 A little fall decluttering can be good for more than just your home.
When there’s 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. 💙
In this video, Natalie Flowers, LSW, shares simple ways to approach fall decluttering and create a space that feels a little more manageable.
You don’t have to clean everything at once—start with one small area and go from there. 🧹✨
#MentalHealthTips #FallReset #Decluttering #MentalClutter #StressManagement #AnxietyTips #SelfCare #LightOnAnxiety
Meet Isaiah Beasley
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Isaiah Beasley earned his Master of Social Work at the University of Kentucky and his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at the University of Kentucky as well. Drawing from his experience as a former collegiate football player, Isaiah brings a unique understanding of resilience, personal growth, and the challenges individuals face when navigating life’s transitions and stressors. He is passionate about supporting individuals along their journey towards improved mental health as well as overall well-being. Isaiah also has clinical experience as he completed his clinical certification alongside his Master of Social Work while at UK.
Isaiah believes therapy is a collaborative process that empowers individuals to work towards personal goals while also developing effective skills and strategies to manage daily stressors and challenges life presents.
His approach focuses on the implementation of strengths-based interventions, mental health advocacy, emotional wellness, and practical coping tactics. He utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques to help clients identify negative thought patterns, develop healthy coping strategies, and create meaningful emotional and behavioral change that supports long-lasting wellness and growth overall.
Through this collaborative process, Isaiah is committed to creating a supportive and safe environment. He strives to ensure clients are heard, respected, and empowered throughout their therapeutic process. With his clinical training, Isaiah remains dedicated to providing compassionate care that is client-centered and helps individuals feel prepared with the right tools that foster lasting positive change.
Outside of his profession, Isaiah enjoys going to the movies, playing video games with friends, and cheering on his favorite sports teams.
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Slow Breathing Pop-It is a simple, hands-on tool that helps you regulate your breath and calm your body in moments of stress or anxiety. By pressing each bubble in a slow, steady rhythm, you naturally pace your breathing—slowing your inhale and exhale—which signals your nervous system to shift out of fight-or-flight and into a more relaxed state. It’s an easy, portable way to build mindful breathing into your day, whether you’re at home, school, or on the go.
CBT Exercise Cubes are an interactive, hands-on way to practice coping skills and shift unhelpful thought patterns. Each side of the cube prompts a different CBT-based strategy—such as reframing thoughts, grounding in the present moment, or taking a small action step—making it easier to break out of anxious or stuck thinking. By turning the cube and engaging with each prompt, you build flexibility in how you respond to stress, turning insight into action in a simple, approachable way.
Take the guesswork out of managing anxiety with these CBT for Anxiety Worksheets. Each worksheet helps you understand and change the thoughts, behaviors, and physical reactions that fuel anxiety.
Explore core CBT skills—from spotting thinking traps and building exposure hierarchies to calming your body’s alarm system. Use them on your own or with a therapist to strengthen coping skills and maintain progress.
Download a worksheet and start rewiring your brain’s response to anxiety—one practical step at a time.
Your Brain on Anxiety
Understanding the False Alarm
Daily Practice Log
Starting with Action
Common Thinking Errors
Thought Challenging & Reappraisal
The Downward Arrow Technique
Worksheet
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Quick Hacks to Reboot Your Brain
Thought Fusion vs. Defusion
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