Practical advice and expert insights from Jonathan F. Anderson, LPC‑s, to support your mental health.
Buddy, the Therapy Dog, has crossed the Rainbow Bridge This is by far the most difficult post I have ever had to write. For 16 years, Buddy has been a…
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The Question Itself Says Something Good About You If you are asking whether you might be a toxic person, that question alone separates you from the people who cause the…
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a highly effective approach for managing stress, and improving overall well-being. Because it is an empirically validated approach that relies on applied neuroscience, CBT is…
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Kindness is Not a Weakness In a world where kindness can sometimes be mistaken for weakness, it’s essential to find a balance that allows you to be compassionate and respectful…
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Self-esteem gets talked about like it’s something you either have or don’t. Either you feel good about yourself or you don’t. Either your confidence is high or it isn’t. That…
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In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, parents face the daunting task of managing their children’s technology use. From smartphones to social media platforms, kids of all ages are increasingly connected…
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After a contentious election season, social media threads often engage in political confirmation bias. Tempers flare, insults are hurled, and anticipatory defensiveness likely contributes to people taking things personally. Can’t…
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Going on a date can be an exciting yet nerve-wracking experience, especially for teens and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The key to a successful date lies in…
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Lying awake at night can be infuriating. You finally fall asleep at 4:30 AM only to be startled awake by your alarm. Grumbling about a terrible night, you stumble to…
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We’ve all heard the saying, “The squeaky wheel gets the grease.” It suggests that we tend to focus on things that are not going well. While this can be good…
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