I use Acceptance-based approaches when leaving thoughts alone and moving towards valued living is most appropriate. At other times, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy approaches to facilitate skill development and to challenge thoughts. This ultimately increases your ability to flexibly adapt to constant novelty. Both approaches are geared towards discovering behavioral patterns that keep you stuck and then changing them to increase meaning and purpose in your life.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Couples [Integrative Behavioral Couple Therapy (ICBT)], Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP or EXRP), Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing, Prolonged Exposure
AA - Psychology, Cerritos College
BS - Psychology, California State University San Bernardino
MS - Clinical Psychology, California State University San Bernardino
I grew up in a family with a history of substance use. This, coupled with my personal struggle with anxiety in adolescence, compelled me to seek help and understanding, eventually doing so for others.
I love music, mostly playing the drums, and some guitar.
Anything but meditation… just kidding. I like to remind myself of the greater purpose of things, my values, my goals and aspirations, this keeps me connected and grounded in what fuels me.
I didn't know people did that… maybe I should try it. If there was one, it would probably be Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Fankl.
I like to play music, the drums and some guitar, to unplug from everything else and tune in to something novel or adventures, like gardening, exercising or hiking. Anything that removes me from the modern world, even if it is just for a second.
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