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anxiety and stress management


Why Staying Busy Is Making Your Anxiety Worse
You've built a life that leaves very little room for stillness. Your calendar is full. Your to-do list is long. The moment one task ends, another begins. You're productive, reliable, and always moving. On some level, you know that the busyness isn't entirely optional. Some of it is genuine responsibility. But if you're honest, some of it is something else. When the busyness stops — when the house is quiet, when there's nothing left on the list, when you finally have a moment
Apr 176 min read


High-Functioning Anxiety: When You Look Fine But Aren't
From the outside, everything looks fine. You're productive. You meet your deadlines. You show up for people. You're reliable, capable, often the person others lean on. By most external measures, you are doing well. But on the inside, there is a near-constant hum of worry that doesn't switch off. A mind that is always scanning for what could go wrong. A feeling that you are one mistake away from everything falling apart. A deep exhaustion from working so hard to maintain an ap
Apr 36 min read


CBT and ACT for Cancer-Related Stress: Evidence-Based Support for Life After (and During) Diagnosis
A cancer diagnosis changes everything. Even after treatment ends, many survivors find themselves caught in a relentless cycle of worry, hypervigilance, and emotional exhaustion that is difficult to explain to others—and even harder to simply "think your way out of." If you've been told you should feel grateful or relieved now that the hard part is over, but instead feel anxious, numb, or overwhelmed, you are not alone. And you are not broken. Cancer-related stress is real, re
Feb 205 min read


Why “New Age” Therapy May Not Be for You: The Downsides of Corporate Platforms and the Value of Personalized Care
The Rise of Corporate Therapy Platforms Over the past few years, large online therapy companies have made mental health care more visible and accessible. Platforms like BetterHelp and Talkspace have connected thousands of people with therapists at the click of a button. For some, this level of convenience has opened a door to getting help for the first time. However, not all online therapy experiences are created equal. While the idea of quick matching and text-based support
Oct 14, 20252 min read


Values-Based Living: Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to Navigate Life’s Crossroads
Facing Life’s Crossroads with Purpose Life is full of crossroads—starting a new career, ending or deepening a relationship, making a big...
Aug 28, 20252 min read


Reclaiming Rest: Why Sleep Is Essential for Mental Health After Trauma and Stress
At Brenner Psychological Associates , I work with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, burnout, and major life transitions—often...
Aug 22, 20253 min read


Why Choose a Psychologist for Therapy: The Value of Doctoral-Level Expertise
When seeking therapy, you'll encounter various mental health professionals—counselors, therapists, social workers, and psychologists....
Aug 18, 20254 min read


Building Resilience Through Daily Mindfulness: Evidence-Based Practices for Busy Lives
In our fast-paced world, high-performing professionals often find themselves caught in a cycle of constant doing—managing teams, meeting...
Aug 17, 20253 min read


DBT Skills: Practical Tools for Managing Emotions and Relationships
If intense emotions feel overwhelming or relationships seem consistently difficult, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills offer...
Aug 16, 20253 min read


Feeling Stuck? Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Can Help You Move Forward
If you’ve been navigating anxiety, trauma, stress, loss, or burnout—and traditional approaches haven’t fully resonated—you’re not alone....
Jul 11, 20253 min read


Self-Compassion in Therapy: A Missing Piece for Adults Navigating Anxiety, Trauma, and Life Transitions
As a licensed psychologist providing online therapy for adults in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Vermont , I frequently work with...
Jul 11, 20253 min read


Therapy for High-Performing Professionals: When Strength Meets Support
You're the one people count on. You lead under pressure, make high-stakes decisions, show up for others in moments of crisis—and you do...
Jul 11, 20254 min read


The Benefits of Therapy: Why Consider Therapy
Therapy is for everyone—not just those in crisis. Just like regular physical checkups keep your body healthy, consistent counseling...
Jul 7, 20252 min read
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