Creating positive memories for the holidays may require a new way of thinking about the holidays. “The preparation for the holiday IS the holiday.” What is your mood, attitude and approach to the holidays? Is it dread, excitement, worry, stress
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps configure your brain for optimism, positivity and confidence. Since, thought is the basis of our reality, why not create thoughts that build a reality that encourages happiness, fun, and self-esteem? Brain science tells us that thought connects
In a recent book by Gabriele Oettingen, titled, Rethinking Positive Thinking, she discusses new research based concepts related to motivational principles for change. Her notion is to focus on change, visualization along with obstacles that may get in your way of achieving your goals.Oettingen
Watching athletes (professionals or elite) compete on the biggest stage in the world, the Olympics, is chock-full of great examples of mental strength and mental weakness. The power or use of positive psychology became evident in the athletes who had
Any type of performance creates stress. Athletes, musicians and dancers all have different reactions to “being tested.” The goal of our work with test taking anxiety is to help you learn to master the inner mental game to reduce, eliminate
It is that time again for wrapping up work and presents. Taking stock of your life goals, achievements, accomplishment and feelings of gratitude or happiness usually happen around the holidays and new year. Be sure to make time for important
To quote from a spokesperson from the British Hearth Foundation on BBC News: “Women who are optimistic have a lower risk of heart disease and death, an American study shows.” The research on nearly 100,000 women, published in the journal
Dr. Mike Klaybor brings thirty years of experience in practicing counseling psychology with individuals and couples. His approach is cognitive behavioral therapy or CBT. Specific specialties include; anxiety and stress management, chronic pain & chronic illness management, depression, substance abuse evaluations, employee assistance and executive coaching for workplace performance and leadership.
