Nathan’s Blog
The Many Faces of Anxiety
Anxiety is often seen as a collective ball. An all-encompassing state of being that you either have or don't have. But in reality, there are [read more]
Does Nostalgia Fuel Depression?
Ah, the good old days. If only I could go back and relive those moments. Nothing will ever be as good as that time with [read more]
Grass is Greener Syndrome: The Starvation of Needs
Grass is Greener Syndrome can be exhausting and defeating. People sometimes dismiss this issue with a quick wave of the hand -- "Oh, you always [read more]
Can Talking to Friends Really Replace Therapy?
As a therapist with many years of experience, and always aiming to improve my work every day, it frustrates me when I hear people equate [read more]
Fear of Flying: A Focused Approach
Fear of flying is a difficult phobia to treat with conventional therapy techniques. Therapists often attempt to treat this phobia with standard cognitive-behavioral techniques, but [read more]
The Grass is Greener Syndrome
How many times have we heard the cliche, "The grass is always greener on the other side?" While the overuse of this phrase has mostly [read more]
12-Steps to Creating Motivation When Depressed
Creating motivation when feeling depressed can be one of the most difficult things a person can do. An episode of depression can be physically and [read more]
Are Rebound Relationships Doomed?
Rebound relationships can be quite intense. It's often the case that the longer the previous relationship, the more intense the rebound. Why are rebound relationships [read more]
Why am I scared to meet new people??
"My close friend, my only real friend, invited me out for dinner last week. I was so excited because I hadn't been out in over [read more]
Success Anxiety and the Fear of Achievement
Anxiety around success may seem like a bit of a contradiction. While one would imagine that achieving success should be satisfying and fulfilling, many people [read more]
The Emotional Weight of Migraines and Chronic Pain
When you’re dealing with migraines and other forms of chronic pain, the physical discomfort and neurological symptoms are only part of the picture. There’s an [read more]
Airplane Turbulence: Earthquake In The Sky
The experience of turbulence in fear of flying can be a scary experience for many people. Even if you understand on a rational level that [read more]
Self-Criticism and Depression: The Vicious Cycle
Self-criticism and depression are frequently locked in a toxic, self-sustaining cycle. When you’re constantly beating yourself down for making mistakes, or maintaining impossibly high standards, [read more]
Fear of Flying: Why Anticipatory Anxiety Is So Powerful
If you've struggled with the anticipation of flying, you know first hand how torturous it can be to lead up to a flight when you're [read more]
The Daunting Cycle of Perfectionism
People who have a tendency towards perfectionism may tell you that being a perfectionist drives their success. That striving for flawlessness makes them the best [read more]
Fear of Flying Worsens When People Gasp During Turbulence
Imagine for a moment that you're sitting in an airplane that's been having a pretty smooth flight so far. The fasten seatbelt sign is off, [read more]
When Perfectionism Crosses The Line
Perfectionism can sometimes mask as positive ambition. Society can have a way of celebrating high achievement and the relentless pursuit of excellence. However, there’s a [read more]
Finding Hope During Depression
When consumed by the depths and darkness of depression, finding hope can feel daunting and even impossible altogether. The weight of depression can shift how [read more]