In 2022, fans of the Netflix series Stranger Things enjoyed the rush of another season filled with the drama of dark forces, broken flashbacks, gruesome murders, and unfathomable teenage heroism. Viewers who were around in the 1980’s also can appreciate the throwback nostalgia of the…

Colleague and mentor Dr. Ryan Howes presented the Distinguished Member award to Dr. Hsia. Earlier this year, CBT SoCal’s Dr. Martin Hsia was honored as the recipient of the 2022 Distinguished Member of the year award by the San Gabriel Valley Psychological Association (SGVPA). The Distinguished…

Most people have a favorite movie or television series. Often times, people draw lessons and inspiration from those stories that can act as powerful metaphors to be utilized during therapy. CBT SoCal’s Dr. Jason von Stietz recently joined a panel discussion held on the Sanity…

Competitive athletes face a variety of physical and mental stressors. The many demands of sport can add up and, combined with other factors, can lead to issues with depression and anxiety in athletes. CBT SoCal’s Dr. Jason von Stietz, will lead an educational workshop titled,…

Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is a complex mental illness and it is important for therapists to have as many tools in their tool box as possible, metaphorically speaking. Recently, Dr. Martin Hsia, CBT SoCal’s Clinical Director, led a staff training on a relatively new approach…

As awareness of athlete mental health needs is on the rise, it is important for psychotherapists to be knowledgeable of sport psychology and the needs of athletes. CBT SoCal’s Dr. Jason von Stietz recently led a staff training, which gave an overview of the field…

Sport psychology is a growing field and many mental health professionals are taking steps to gain the necessary training to support athletes and performers. CBT SoCal’s Dr. Jason von Stietz is the co-chair of the Los Angeles County Psychological Association (LACPA) Sport Performance Psychology Special…

Middle school can be an anxiety provoking time. Among children 13 to 18, anxiety (31.9%) is the most common mental health disorder. Moreover, 7.1 percent of children ages 3 to 17 currently suffer from an anxiety problem. CBT SoCal’s Dr. Julissa Cortes and her colleague…

College sports are back in full swing! Since the start of the pandemic in 2020, college sports have either been paused or at risk of being paused. More recently, however, NCAA athletes have had the opportunity to pursue their passion uninterrupted. This has paved the…

Insomnia can have a significant impact on both physical and mental health. It’s related to weight gain as well as an increased risk of heart attack and stroke. Insomnia is related to difficulty focusing, anxiety, and depression. It is no wonder that many turn to…

CBT SoCal’s Dr. Martin Hsia recently joined Robyn Tamahana, LMFT on the Open Mind Night Podcast, a podcast that discusses all things related to mental health and mental illness. The Open Mind Night Podcast launched earlier this year featuring interviews with guests who are professionals…

Most people have favorite movies and television shows that they never grow tired of re-watching and quoting among their friends. These stories and their characters move people emotionally and inspire them to face adversity with poise. CBT SoCal’s Dr. Jason von Stietz joined a panel…