Sometimes we dread going home for holiday visits. It’s a hard thing to admit sometimes. We feel we ought to look forward to seeing our families, to eating good food and sharing stories together. But right alongside that hope is a sinking dread. The...
Read MoreWhat is anxiety? Anxiety can be an overwhelming experience. It can feel like a churning engine that won't slow down. Many people have difficulty with anxiety, and sometimes feel like they can't return to calm. Instead, they might try to suppress it or push it...
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By Connor McClenahan Do you sometimes feel sad or blue? Are you wondering "is depression sadness?" The answer is no, these are two different experiences. Most people feel sad or down at times. This is a normal experience and the feeling usually comes and goes....
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By: Matt Russell, Psy.D. Do you often feel like you can’t focus on anything? Problems focusing at work can hinder your job performance, and ultimately, your career. Keeping up with demands can make it hard to stay attentive to the world around you. This can...
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Licensed Clinical Psychologist Eric An in Los Angeles, CA offers some tips to help you conquer sleep problems. Does it seem like every time you go to bed, your mind is suddenly flooded with thoughts? Maybe that mental checklist pops up again with things you...
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You know that feeling: it’s the end of the day, and there’s a mountain of work in front of you. You tell yourself you’ll just work 5 more minutes, but you don’t want to leave things undone. You feel pressured, stressed, even claustrophobic. If...
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Your heart is racing, pressure is building, your chest is in a vice, and you don't know what to do to calm down. Panic attacks can be frightening and overwhelming. Many people worry about what's happening to them, and they don't know what to...
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A guide on how to stick to your New Year's resolutions by approaching it differently by Connor McClenahanCome New Year's day, we are ready to make some changes. We look forward to the year ahead, picturing the kinds of people we want to be...
Read MoreSchedule a Call with Connor Couples Therapy triggers anxiety. You get stuck on a familiar subject and know you need help. But you feel a tinge of anxiety and don't reach out for couples therapy. Here's the complaints I often hear from couples: "We keep arguing about the same thing" ...
Read MoreDon't know what to do about anxiety? Every 90 minutes, you'll want to take 5 minutes to follow these easy tips to reduce your anxiety. It's simple, but so important. Breathe. The first step is to breathe. Take a deep breath and let it out. Recognize...
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