KenGoodmanLCSW@yahoo.com
Virtual Online Office
(818) 426-1780
Not only is hypnosis relaxing, it can be a very effective for reducing anxious behaviors and anxiety overall. Hypnotherapy can increase bravery, build confidence, and maximize motivation. The process begins when a hypnotherapist leads a person into a hypnotic trance. This sounds mysterious but a trance is a natural state we all experience every day. […]
What is Hypnotherapy? Read More »
HypnotherapyWhat is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy? Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) combines strategies of acceptance and mindfulness with behavior change strategies to increase psychological flexibility. This means connecting with the present moment fully, without judgement, instead of waging a battle within one’s mind about the future or trying to change things out of one’s control. Through metaphor and experiential
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Read More »
ACT: Acceptance and Commitment TherapyMany people are reluctant to try medication and would rather overcome anxiety on their own, and I’m in favor of this. Unfortunately, sometimes this is not possible, and medication is essential. But many anxiety sufferers have an intense fear of trying medicine. It’s ironic that medication can be both the object of anxiety and the
The Fear and Benefits of Medication for Anxiety Read More »
MedicationWhat is an appropriate level of COVID-19 worry and what steps can you take to reduce your anxiety Today I had a Zoom call with a patient who leaves deliveries on her porch for a week and then disinfects the packages before opening them. Another patient shared how upon returning home she removes all her
Flatten the Fear with Facts Read More »
How to Overcome Anxiety