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.
You already know the doomscrolling drill. You pick up your phone to check one thing. You...
By Lynne Levey, VP/Marketing & Provider Relations, Light on Anxiety If you had told me ten...
Your child has a 504 Plan. They get extended time on tests. Maybe they can take...
Shedding Light On Neuropsychological Evaluations: Why get a neuropsychological evaluation?
🧠 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. 💙
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Meet Nick Bollinger
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Nick Bollinger is a Licensed Social Worker who graduated with a Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Social Work from Loyola University Chicago. Nick has experience in private practice settings that provided community mental health services and private individual therapy for adults, adolescents, and children across the greater Chicago region. Nick has experience assisting individuals with neurodivergence, intellectual disabilities, PTSD, depression, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, and ADHD.
Nick’s method of practice involves interconnected modalities such as CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), Somatic Experiencing, Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy). His approach to therapy is entering each session with a welcoming and empathetic energy to help foster an environment for his clients to feel comfortable and heard. Nick believes that all individuals have an inner ability to find the peace and happiness they deserve. It is his passion to help others experience joy and purpose in their lives. We are all changing every day. Why not make those changes positive?
In his free time, Nick is a musician, dog owner/enthusiast, American football fan, and enjoys traveling.
Ask Your Therapist This Question
Most people never ask their therapist this — but maybe they should: when's the last time you were trained on something new? 💙
Getting licensed is the beginning of a therapist's education, not the end of it. The research on how to treat anxiety, OCD, and trauma keeps evolving — and treatment should evolve with it.
That's why every clinician at Light On Anxiety goes through ongoing training through our Clinical Training Institute — case consultation, supervision, and continuing education, for as long as they're on our team.
It's not something you see in session. But it's exactly why the CBT and anxiety treatment you get here reflects what actually works now — not what worked a decade ago.
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Understanding the Emotional Underbelly of a Common Phrase “Crashing out” has become a shorthand way for...
On October 11, 2018, ADAA held a Twitter chat under the title #SocialAnxietyADAA. ADAA members Debra...
If you find yourself frequently telling lies, you may be wondering if this is something to...
Another way to remain calm is to practice mindfulness. “People think about mindfulness as relaxation,” Kissen...
When to talk to a professional Debra Kissen, a licensed clinical psychologist, says it might be...
Debra Kissen, clinical director of Light On Anxiety in Chicago, told Today the appeal is that...
“When life feels uncertain, we want to grab the reins,” Dr. Debra Kissen said.
...Debra Kissen, Ph.D., MHSA, a psychologist and CEO and Clinical Director of the Light on Anxiety...
As easy as it is to let your nightstand become a repository for nighttime essentials, keeping...
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
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Quick Hacks to Reboot Your Brain
Thought Fusion vs. Defusion
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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.