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Craft Away Anxiety

December 2, 2020December 20, 2020 Dr. Christine E. Dickson

In 2007, I worked as a psychologist in prison. My favorite inmates were the women in solitary confinement. They were by far the most interesting people I had ever met. Even though they sat in cages with plexiglass barriers, they … Continue reading Craft Away Anxiety

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Crazy Sexy Anxiety

November 27, 2020November 29, 2020 Dr. Christine E. Dickson

The woman in this photo is Kris Carr. She’s been living with a rare, untreatable Stage IV cancer since 2003! She is also the author of the best selling book, Crazy Sexy Cancer. In 2009 when I read her book, … Continue reading Crazy Sexy Anxiety

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Overcoming Anxiety: The Story of “Alan”

October 1, 2020December 18, 2020 Dr. Christine E. Dickson

Many clients work with me to overcome anxiety. My strategy for helping clients is quite simple. When clients contact me for their first appointment, anxiety has completely taken them over. There is no longer a separation between them and the … Continue reading Overcoming Anxiety: The Story of “Alan”

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Improve Anxiety & Depression with Cold Showers

June 1, 2020June 1, 2020 Dr. Christine E. Dickson

In 2017, when I first learned that cold showers could significantly improve symptoms of anxiety and depression, I immediately began suggesting it to all of my clients. Exposure to cold is known to activate the sympathetic nervous system and send … Continue reading Improve Anxiety & Depression with Cold Showers

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What is Mindfulness?

May 31, 2020February 15, 2021 Dr. Christine E. Dickson

Sometimes we get stuck thinking about a particular thought and it feels like we have no control over our mind. All of this brain chatter can be overwhelming and affect how we feel each day.  But if we really tune … Continue reading What is Mindfulness?

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How to Overcome Nightmares

May 30, 2020June 3, 2022 Dr. Christine E. Dickson

Nightmares can be overwhelming and distressing. They can ruin your day and leave you feeling anxious, depressed, and out of control. I never experienced debilitating nightmares until I worked as a psychologist in prison. I was absolutely stunned by how … Continue reading How to Overcome Nightmares

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9 Cognitive Distortions and How to Challenge Them

May 29, 2020July 24, 2021 Dr. Christine E. Dickson

Distorted thinking can create a great deal of stress and anxiety. Most of us do not know when we’ve distorted reality with our thoughts. Everyone distorts reality from time to time because many cognitive distortions are socially acceptable forms of … Continue reading 9 Cognitive Distortions and How to Challenge Them

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7 Strategies for Effective Parenting

May 22, 2020May 24, 2020 Dr. Christine E. Dickson

Being an effective parent with children who’ve had their lives turned upside down due to the COVID-19 crisis can be difficult. Emotions are heightened, no childcare is available, and parents are still expected to perform at high levels in full-time … Continue reading 7 Strategies for Effective Parenting

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Stopping Obsessive Shaming Thoughts

May 22, 2020May 22, 2020 Dr. Christine E. Dickson

The emotion of shame can be overwhelming to say the least. Shame-inducing thoughts tend to fall into three categories: Self put downs such as “I’m stupid,” “I’m fat,” “I can’t do anything right.” Catastrophic thoughts about one’s ability to handle … Continue reading Stopping Obsessive Shaming Thoughts

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People Aren’t Perfect

May 20, 2020March 8, 2021 Dr. Christine E. Dickson

When we have unrealistic expectations for the people in our lives, it sets us up for disappointment. Am I saying that we should not have expectations at all? Of course not! We should expect the best of our loved ones, … Continue reading People Aren’t Perfect

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