Category: Psychotherapy services

Combatting Stage Fright: Actions to Take

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On 05.27.16  •  In Presentation Coaching, Presentation Skills, Psychotherapy services  •  by

Last time I introduced the concept of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and went over some cognitive, or thought-related strategies for reducing nervousness. This time we’ll look at some behavioral or action-oriented solutions. For many of us, anticipating the event causes us anxiety but it dissipates once we get started. For very nervous speakers, the effect is… Read More »

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Stage Fright & What You’re Thinking

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On 02.22.16  •  In Presentation Skills, Psychotherapy services  •  by

According to a 2001 Gallup poll, 40% of adults have some degree of stage fright. Do you? Last time I announced that I am also offering psychotherapy as a service, and mentioned one way to address performance anxiety: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. “CBT” is a type of therapy that seeks to change unhelpful thinking and behaviors…. Read More »

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Now offering Presentation Coaching and Psychotherapy Services

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On 02.02.16  •  In Psychotherapy services  •  by

I am writing this month to tell you about an exciting addition to my existing coaching practice. I am still coaching clients on presentation and communication skills. In addition, I am working as a psychotherapist in a group practice, having received my Masters of Social Work and become licensed as an LMSW. But why shake… Read More »

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