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The Scrupulosity OCD Mind is The Human Part of You!
October 10, 2018
“I want to go the extra mile, and when I don’t, I feel like I’ve failed.” “I can’t ever be good enough.” Those who struggle with Scrupulosity OCD can continually feel guilty because they want…
The Battle with OCD – Are You Winning?
October 08, 2018
Many individuals who suffer with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder and those that support them often talk about the fight with OCD. “I won’t give up the fight with OCD.” It feels hopeful and encouraging when you say…
Anxiety, Thoughts, Boats, and Automobiles
October 05, 2018
View original article published in Psych Central– Under Title: Thought Watching Exercises to Increase Awareness & Reduce Anxiety We often go about our lives without noticing what our mind is telling us because we are…
When It Comes to Your Anxiety, Are You a Thermometer or a Thermostat?
September 25, 2018
You probably haven’t thought much about the difference between a thermostat and a thermometer. Let’s review their differences. A thermometer measures your temperature. If you have a fever, it reacts to your temperature. A thermostat…
Mindset Family Therapy Staff to Present at the 25th Annual OCD Conference 2018
July 17, 2018
Once again we feel honored to be presenting at the International OCD Conference. We will be leading various groups and presenting workshops as shown below. If you or a loved one struggle with anxiety, OCD…
Feelings: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
July 16, 2018
View original article published in Psych Central– This was a title of a popular Western movie in the 60s, and indeed in life we will encounter situations we may consider good, bad, or ugly. It’s…
Anxiety and Your “What If Calculator”
May 21, 2018
View original article published in Psych Central– Some universities provide a “what if calculator” to help students project possible grades. It provides the percentage they need on each test to get their desired grade at…
How Can I Get My Children to Listen and Obey?
April 26, 2018
View original article published in Psych Central– When children misbehave and disobey, it can be difficult to stay calm, especially if the negative behavior has become routine. Parents can often feel agitated, stressed, and helpless.…
Learning to Live in the Moment
April 10, 2018
A six-year-old girl was at the park with her siblings. She had fun at the playground and then explored the park with her family. She noticed an old tree trunk by a pond and sat…
Is the Anxious Mind Spreading FUD in Your Life?
March 09, 2018
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Why Won’t Anxiety Go Away?
February 21, 2018
View original article published in Psych Central– If you were walking through the woods and noticed a bear walking towards you, you would probably either run for your life or be so scared that you…
How to Cope When the Anxious Child Has a Meltdown
January 22, 2018
View original article published in Psych Central– When our children exhibit disruptive behavior and appear to be out of control, we can feel helpless and sometimes hopeless. When we realize that their actions are no…
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