by Randi Fredricks, Ph.D. | May 31, 2025 | Anxiety, Psychotherapy, Trauma
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a debilitating psychiatric condition that arises after exposure to traumatic events, including violence, accidents, natural disasters, or military combat. Characterized by symptoms such as intrusive memories, hyperarousal,...
by Randi Fredricks, Ph.D. | May 31, 2025 | Depression, Happiness, Psychotherapy
Severe depression, clinically known as major depressive disorder (MDD), is one of the most widespread mental health disorders globally. It affects more than 280 million people of all ages (World Health Organization [WHO], 2023), manifesting through persistent sadness,...
by Randi Fredricks, Ph.D. | May 31, 2025 | Anxiety, Depression, Happiness, Psychotherapy
Humanistic therapy represents a powerful movement within modern psychotherapy that prioritizes personal growth, self-actualization, and the therapeutic relationship. Rooted in existential and phenomenological philosophy, this approach places the individual’s...
by Randi Fredricks, Ph.D. | May 31, 2025 | Psychotherapy
Psychodynamic therapy, rooted in the psychoanalytic traditions established by Sigmund Freud, represents a profound effort to explore the human mind’s hidden layers. Its central aim is to make unconscious material conscious, thereby fostering insight and...
by Randi Fredricks, Ph.D. | May 31, 2025 | Psychotherapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a widely practiced and extensively researched form of psychotherapy that emphasizes the interconnection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Developed in the 1960s by psychiatrist Aaron T. Beck, CBT has evolved into a...
by Randi Fredricks, Ph.D. | May 31, 2025 | Anxiety, Depression, Psychotherapy
Entering psychotherapy for the first time can feel daunting, especially if you’re uncertain about what to expect. People often arrive at therapy feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or unsure of how the process works. Understanding what typically happens during a first...
