10 Tips to Help Your Child Play Their Way Past Anxiety
At Light On Anxiety, we believe in empowering children to overcome anxiety in playful and engaging ways. Our upcoming activity book, The Anxiety Busting Workbook for Kids was created to provide...
View ArticleManaging Chronic Migraines: How CBT Sheds Light on Relief
Many clients come to Light On Anxiety Treatment Center of Chicago for assistance with stress-related headaches. After medical causes are ruled out, we get down to business with learning to more...
View ArticleMindful Parenting
Heart breaking… funny… poignant… eye opening… so many words to describe the moment my perceptive 5 year old asked me, “What do you like better, your phone or me?” In response, I immediately stopped...
View ArticleThe Gift Of Your Presence: How To Inject Small Moments of Mindfulness Into...
As parents, it’s absolutely essential for us to be able to stay grounded in the present. When we aren’t present, we find ourselves feeling reactive, disorganized, distractible, and disengaged from...
View ArticleThe Myth of the Carefree Summer
Embracing a Meaningful Summer on Your Own Terms As the days grow longer and the temperatures rise, the idea of a carefree summer often looms large in our minds. We envision a season of relaxation,...
View ArticleThe Public Health Crisis of Loneliness: Reconnecting in the Modern World
In our fast-paced, modern society, we are experiencing an alarming rise in loneliness and social isolation. Despite being more connected than ever through technology, many individuals find themselves...
View ArticleFeeling strange about celebrating amid the chaos of modern living? You’re not...
Life is complicated but finding ways to celebrate and rejoice in the positive aspects of living is a necessity. Dr.Kissen & other experts offer tips on how to celebrate YOUR way. Compromising is...
View ArticleTake This Assessment To See If You Are Experiencing Extreme Picky...
The PARDI ARFID Questionnaire: a self-report multi-informant measure of the key features of avoidant restrictive food intake disorder, can be used to predict a likely diagnosis of ARFID and measures...
View ArticleFreedom From Driving Anxiety Through CBT & Behind The Wheel Practice
Build Skills & Confidence with Light On Anxiety & Our Driving School Partners At Light On Anxiety, we understand that overcoming driving anxiety requires more than just addressing...
View ArticleAddressing School Refusal: A Comprehensive Approach To Help Your Child Return...
Increasing Rates of School Refusal Post-COVID The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted children’s mental health and school attendance. Studies and reports indicate an increase in school...
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How to Calm Your Stressed-Out Parent Brain
By Debra Kissen, PhD, & Micah Ioffe, PhD, coauthors of Overcoming Parental Anxiety If your typical day involves more moments of parenting-related anxiety than love and affection, you’re in good...
View ArticleOvercoming Parental Anxiety with Dr. Debra Kissen
Debra Kissen, PhD, coauthor of ‘Overcoming Parental Anxiety’, joins the Evidence Based podcast to discuss parental anxiety. In this podcast episode, Dr. Debra Kissen, a clinical psychologist and CEO...
View ArticleHow CBT & Exposure Therapy Can Help You Find Freedom from Vomit Phobia
Vomit phobia, also known as emetophobia, is a surprisingly common and often debilitating condition. The fear of vomiting or seeing someone else vomit can severely restrict daily life, causing...
View ArticleUnderstanding and Overcoming Fear of Blushing
Blushing is a natural, physiological response. For many, it is a source of distress and self-consciousness. At Light On Anxiety CBT Treatment Centers, we understand how fear of blushing can exacerbate...
View ArticleTop 10 Tips to Ease Fall Anxiety
As the lazy days of summer start to wane and the crisp air of fall approaches, it’s time to shift from the laid-back, carefree summer mode to a more structured and productive routine. While the...
View ArticleHow to Navigate the Transition to a New Therapist
The journey of therapy is deeply personal and transformative. As you work with a therapist, you build a relationship that supports your growth, healing, and self-discovery. However, there may come a...
View ArticleFacing Fears Together: The Gift of Being a CBT Therapist at Light On Anxiety
At Light On Anxiety, the work we do is much more than a job—it’s a journey of growth, resilience, and mutual empowerment. As a clinical psychologist and CBT therapist, I have the unique opportunity to...
View Article10 Tips to Obtain Freedom from Tourettic OCD (Just Right OCD)
Tourettic OCD, also known as Just Right OCD, involves a compulsive need to make things feel “just right.” Individuals may experience intense discomfort or anxiety until actions or sensations are...
View ArticleNavigating the Maze: Harm OCD vs. Suicidal Thoughts
September marks Suicide Awareness Month, a time dedicated to understanding and addressing a critical public health issue. The impact of suicide on families and communities is profound, and it is...
View ArticleMyth Busters: 13 Reasons Why Suicidal Thoughts Should Be Addressed...
Let’s Get Real About Suicidal Thoughts: Breaking Down the Myths When it comes to mental health, there’s one topic that often gets sidestepped: suicidal thoughts and feelings. It’s understandable –...
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