Vanessa Finkelman, Psy.D – Consult The Expert On Social Anxiety
The Center for Treatment of Anxiety and Mood Disorders
by Dr. Andrew Rosen
1y ago
This month, I talked with Vanessa Finkelman, Psy.D. As a postdoctoral fellow, she will be treating various anxieties and mood disorders at our center, beginning in September. One of her special interests is in working with those who are challenged by social anxiety, which is the fear of being judged or negatively evaluated in social interactions. In its simplest form, social anxiety is about the fear of being judged. Anxiety about interacting with peers or coworkers can result in missed opportunities at work or in school, problems with making friends, and withdrawal and isolation from others ..read more
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Bump or monkeypox, cough or COVID-19: Am I seriously sick or am I living in 2022?
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by Dr. Andrew Rosen
1y ago
Fever, chills, bumps, rashes, sore throat, sniffles, headache, oh my – could having any of these symptoms mean you might be seriously ill? In the age of COVID-19, and now monkeypox, experts have seen a rise in people experiencing anxious feelings about their health. Social media and the internet – and therefore self-consulted medical advice – exacerbate these worries. While worrying about your health is normal, experts say to not catastrophize symptoms such as a cough and build improbable scenarios around health.  They reco ..read more
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Eric Spinner, Psy.D – Consult The Expert On Eating Disorders
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by Dr. Andrew Rosen
1y ago
This month, we talked with Eric Spinner, Psy.D. Beginning in September, he will be working at The Center for Anxiety and Mood Disorders as a PostDoctoral resident. For the past two years before joining the team, Dr. Spinner worked at a residential facility for women, treating adolescents to older adults with eating disorders. As a result, this area of treatment is of special interest to him. “I feel like eating disorders do not get the attention they deserve,” he said.  He was quick to point out that there are several misconceptions surrounding these conditions. “Culturally, when we think ..read more
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Does Anxiety Get Better With Age?
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by Dr. Andrew Rosen
1y ago
It’s no secret that the elderly population is the fastest growing age group in the United States. In fact, there are now approximately 76 million baby boomers in the United States and that number is increasing daily. While some things get better with age (think of fine wines), will aging affect mood disorders? Does anxiety get better with age? Unfortunately, that doesn’t seem to be the case. Although there are reasons we might expect a senior to have less anxiety, such as being retired and no longer living with the stress of the workaday world, for many older adults anxiety may not necessarily ..read more
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Finding Meaning: From Post-traumatic stress to Post-traumatic Growth
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by Dr. Andrew Rosen
2y ago
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. At Dancing Lion Studio we are dedicated to bring you the best in not only yoga, meditation and movement, but all the healing arts. Beginning this summer we will be offering a wide variety of workshops lead by professionals who’s ideals are in alignment with ours. Let us help you ride the waves of your feelings.  Finding Meaning: From Post-traumatic stress to Post-traumatic Growth Please join Terri Samuels for this important workshop.  Date & Time: JULY 17TH 1:30 pm Have you suffered from Grief? What about Trauma? Cant forget the effects ..read more
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Darbi Miller, MS, LMFT – Consult The Expert On Increasing Relational Self-Awareness
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by Dr. Andrew Rosen
2y ago
For this month’s Consult The Expert interview, we spoke with Darbi Miller, MS, LMFT, one of the marriage and family therapists here at The Center For Treatment Of Mood And Anxiety Disorders. Although she likes working with all ages, she enjoys the dynamic surrounding family and relationships. “One of my favorite things to work with is increasing clients’ relational self-awareness,” she said. “I also enjoy exploring peoples’ Families of Origin, which is connected to self-awareness from my perspective.”  What Is Relational Self-Awareness? I asked her to explain what she means by relati ..read more
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Post-Pandemic Social Anxiety: Simple Steps To Start Living Again After Covid
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by Dr. Andrew Rosen
2y ago
My colleagues and I have noticed a dramatic increase in anxiety and anxiety-related disorders over the past two pandemic years. While apprehension is a typical response during times of strife, as we return to more normal lives, many people have been caught off-guard to realize how uncomfortable they now are in social situations – especially if they were never fearful before. And for those who were challenged with social anxiety prior to Covid, being distanced from others for two years was a blessing in disguise. They were able to stay in their comfort zones, skip distressing situations entirel ..read more
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Lonette Belizaire, Ph.D. – Consult The Expert On Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) And Self-Care
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by Dr. Andrew Rosen
2y ago
Dr. Lonette Belizaire works with young adults in our Anxiety Center, as well as with children and teens in our Children’s Center. Her primary treatment approach utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). This is a modality which helps people recognize and change their negative thoughts and behaviors. Cognitive behavioral therapy can be effective in treating many mental health conditions, including anxiety and depression. Do negative thoughts and behaviors really contribute to anxiety? “The brain has plasticity,” Dr. Belizaire says. “Trauma, anxiety, and distressing life experiences actually ..read more
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Nonie L. Craige, LCSW – Consult The Expert On Communication And Relationships
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by Dr. Andrew Rosen
2y ago
In our second Consult The Expert interview for March, we spoke with Nonie L. Craige, LCSW, a psychotherapist at the Center for Treatment of Anxiety and Mood Disorders. Our conversation touched on elements of communication, including emotional blackmail, narcissistic abuse, and how to respond to them. We also explored different temperament traits and how parents can learn to adapt to their children’s innate natures to create a healthier parent/child relationship. “These are my passion areas,” Ms. Craige said, “because they help build self-esteem. Self-esteem is at the foundation of everything ..read more
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Covid Stress And The Pandemic’s Effects On Society: A Psychologist’s Observations
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by Dr. Andrew Rosen
2y ago
As a psychologist who treats anxiety daily, I’ve been in a unique position during the pandemic. I can distinctly see the difference the last two years have had on individuals, families, and society in general. Right now, we are seeing so many kids in our Children’s Center, it is mind-boggling. Children have been struggling with online teaching, loss of contact with friends and peers, and the disruption of everyday routines – and it shows. We are also seeing many more adults in our Anxiety Center. Parents are trying to juggle lost incomes, kids learning virtually at home, relationship challenge ..read more
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