If you or your child feel stuck, overlooked, or misunderstood, especially when it comes to learning, thinking, or school performance, you are not alone. At Vivid Psychology Group, we provide expert IQ and giftedness testing for children, teens, and adults. Many families seek this evaluation to better understand cognitive strengths, plan enrichment, or meet admission requirements for […] The post IQ and Giftedness Testing at Vivid Psychology Group appeared first on Vivid Psychology Group.| Vivid Psychology Group
When Worry Feels Bigger Than Your Child Every parent has seen their child wrestle with big feelings, tears before school, outbursts at home, or sleepless nights filled with worry. Often, these moments pass. But sometimes the fear lingers. The meltdowns keep coming. The spark your child used to have feels dimmer. It’s natural to wonder: […] The post Child Therapy: Why Early Support Can Change a Child’s Story appeared first on Vivid Psychology Group.| Vivid Psychology Group
Discover effective strategies to help children overcome separation anxiety using SPACE and ERP approaches. Learn practical tips for parents. The post Breaking Free from Separation Anxiety in Children appeared first on Vivid Psychology Group.| Vivid Psychology Group
At Vivid Psychology Group, we specialize in using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy to help clients overcome their blood and needle phobias. ERP is a highly effective, evidence-based treatment that gradually exposes you to your fears in a controlled, supportive environment. By facing your anxieties head-on and learning to manage your responses, you can […] The post ERP for Blood and Needle Phobia: Our Step-by-Step Approach appeared first on Vivid Psychology Group.| Vivid Psychology Group
Perfectionism and anxiety often walk hand in hand, especially in high achievers, professionals, students, and those who hold themselves to incredibly high standards. On the surface, perfectionism can look like a strength: It motivates us to work hard, do things well, and never miss a detail. But behind that drive, many people quietly struggle with constant […] The post The Link Between Perfectionism and Anxiety (And How to Let Go) appeared first on Vivid Psychology Group.| Vivid Psychology Group
Harm OCD is a subtype of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder characterized by intrusive thoughts about harming oneself or others. Unlike individuals with violent tendencies, those with Harm OCD are deeply distressed by these unwanted thoughts and have no desire to act on them This relates to treatment in several ways. Common symptoms of Harm OCD include: Intrusive […] The post ERP for Harm OCD- A Step-by-Step Treatment Guide appeared first on Vivid Psychology Group.| Vivid Psychology Group
Table of Contents Anxiety Inside Out: What Is the Anxiety Loop? Why your brain keeps you stuck in it Breaking the Cycle: What Actually Helps Ever feel like no matter what you do, anxiety keeps pulling you back in? You try to distract yourself, calm down, or think your way through it but the worry […] The post The Anxiety Loop: Why It Feels Like You’re Stuck (And How to Break Free) appeared first on Vivid Psychology Group.| Vivid Psychology Group
Table of Contents Myth 1: “If you don’t have visible compulsions, you don’t have OCD.” Myth 2: “OCD is just about being meticulous and organized. Everyone has a little OCD.” Myth 3: “OCD is easy to treat – just stop doing the compulsions!” Final Thoughts Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) if often misunderstood, leading to misconceptions that […] The post Debunking Common Myths about OCD appeared first on Vivid Psychology Group.| Vivid Psychology Group
Table of Contents What are values? Values vs Goals Put it into Practice If you’ve spent much time on this website, or especially if you’ve been in therapy before, you might have heard something along the lines of “____ can help you live the life you want to live.” After months, years, even decades of […] The post Values: How to Find Meaning and Purpose with Acceptance & Commitment Therapy appeared first on Vivid Psychology Group.| Vivid Psychology Group
Table of Contents Symptoms of Anxiety Common (and Uncommon) Physical Signs of Anxiety A Note on Female Anxiety Symptoms Why Anxiety Feels So Physical Why Avoiding These Symptoms Doesn’t Work There’s No Need to Be Anxious for Nothing You Don’t Have to Live in Fight-or-Flight Your nervous system doesn’t need your permission to react; it’s […]| Vivid Psychology Group
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Table of Contents What is Overanalyzing? Signs of Overanalyzing Impact on Mental Health Breaking the Cycle of Overanalyzing Treatment Approaches Wrap-up FAQ What is Overanalyzing? The average person has about 6,200 thoughts per day. For those prone to overanalyzing, this number can feel much higher. Overanalyzing, also known as rumination or overthinking, is the tendency […]| Vivid Psychology Group
