Cognitive Distortions: 5 Thought Patterns That Keep You Stuck (And How to Break Free)

Saharah Shrout

April 3, 2025

Mental Health, CBT

Cognitive Distortions: 5 Thought Patterns That Keep You Stuck (And How to Break Free)

Cognitive distortions are negative thought patterns that fuel anxiety and self-doubt. This guide explores five common distortions and CBT-based strategies to challenge and reframe them. Learn how to break free from overthinking, catastrophizing, and rigid thinking for a healthier perspective.

Saharah Shrout

March 8, 2025

OCD, OCD therapy Houston, Mental Health

The Role of Attention Training in ACT and ERP for Anxiety and OCD

Saharah Shrout

March 8, 2025

OCD, OCD therapy Houston, Mental Health

The Role of Attention Training in ACT and ERP for Anxiety and OCD

Attention training in ACT and ERP improves focus and redirects attention, helping individuals manage anxiety and OCD. This approach empowers clients to engage with distressing thoughts without resorting to compulsions, fostering long-term emotional resilience and symptom reduction.