Oscar Charles Daniel made my life horrible. It made me not feel ok. I avoided trying new things, I had unhappy thoughts, and I would obsess over my safety. I…
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My name is Andrew Cohen. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) specializing in treating OCD and Anxiety, and Related Disorders at Renewed Freedom Center. I also have…
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is the latest version, if you will, of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT). During ACT, we learn how to accept our thoughts, feelings, and sensations, without…
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When patients seek out therapy, they do so with the hope that when they leave, they feel better. This usually means no more anxiety, depression, or general suffering. Generally speaking,…
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COVID began infecting people in the United States earlier this year. As a result, we have seen many changes to the way that we have been living our lives, learning…
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We’ve heard it time and again that “change is hard” but why is this the case? Humans have a basic drive to seek safety and predictability. Uncertainty in any form…
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Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is the gold standard treatment for OCD and Anxiety disorders and is typically conducted via in-person sessions. During ERP, patients are gradually exposed to their…
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I have been always fascinated by American culture. Since I am a foreigner, I always considered the American culture as powerful because I always perceived it as a big “container”…
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Being a kid is very tough in today’s world, especially given the current circumstances. Aside from a global pandemic, life still continues. A child must navigate through life while dealing…
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Anxiety amid COVID-19 is common. Public events have been cancelled, businesses are closing, people are engaging in panic buying of necessities, and there is a lot of uncertainty. Can you…
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