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LIGHT ON ANXIETY

Featured Interviews

One-To-One With Alyssa Milano & Peter Farrelly

CBS Mental Health Minute: The Power of a Pause

CBS Mental Health Minute: Clean to Calm Your Mind

CBS Mental Health Minute: How To Disengage From Catastrophic Thinking

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Debra Kissen, Ph.D., MHSA, a psychologist and CEO and Clinical Director of the Light on Anxiety...

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“Going on ‘practice dates’ can be healthy from a skill-building perspective,” Dr. Debra Kissen, a clinical...

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“When we awake, depending on one’s baseline level of anxiety, [some] people will be like: ‘What...

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The appeal also makes psychological sense. Dr. Debra Kissen, clinical psychologist and founder of Light On...

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Understandably, consistent self-care can be challenging for some people with depression, especially those with symptoms like...

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It’s a common yet underexamined question, says Debra Kissen, a clinical psychologist in Illinois and founder...

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Health trackers can be helpful on vacation, if you’re able to treat the data lightly and...

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Stress may be shifting into a diagnosable anxiety disorder when you notice certain factors, says Debra...

Clinical psychologist Dr. Debra Kissen, CEO and founder of Light on Anxiety, discusses her background and...

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According to Dr. Debra Kissen, a licensed clinical psychologist and CEO and founder of Light On...

Healthline

“From a brain-based perspective, exercise gives the nervous system a clear signal that the body is...

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Psychologist Dr. Debra Kissen, PhD, MHSA, agrees, calling celebrating 32 a quiet act of rebellion.“Choosing to...

CNN

If you want to plan your own admin night, consider starting with one or two people,...

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Kissen advises asking, “Is work, sleep or relationships suffering? Are you spending beyond your means or...

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“Exposure-based exercises, such as gradually looking at flight videos, practicing airport visits, or using flight simulators,...

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Suffering a panic attack can be excruciating. “On the scale of 0 to 10, it’s a...

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When a parent notices their kid is stressed or anxious, it can be tempting to jump...

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“Our minds often act like a ‘monkey mind,’ swinging between regrets about the past and worries...

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“When fear is avoided or ignored, it doesn’t disappear – it goes underground and often gets...

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“Every major life experience changes the lens through which you understand relationships, and parenthood is one...

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You may have already noticed the effects that distraction from social media has had on your...

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Dr. Debra Kissen, CEO of Light On Anxiety Treatment Centers in Chicago, agreed, calling Disney a...

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“What you’re looking for in a self-care routine is a feeling of rejuvenation during or after...

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More About Treatment for Anxiety

Comprehensive Mental Health Care at Light On Anxiety

At Light On Anxiety, we understand that mental health is a complex interplay of biological and psychological factors. That's why we offer CBT therapy services, medication management and neuropsychological testing solutions within one seamless organization. No more bouncing around the healthcare system, dealing with fragmentation, wait-lists, and lack of care coordination. Our goal is to provide a seamless experience so you can get back to living your best life, which is what we all deserve.

If you are looking for therapy, medication or combined mental health treatment, learn more about how Light On Anxiety can create a custom individual treatment plan to fit your goals.

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