This past month, CBT SoCal’s Clinical Director, Dr. Martin Hsia, gave a lecture on Understanding and Treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) for the San Fernando Valley Society for Clinical Social Work. The presentation awarded continuing education units for attendees, and addressed the various types of OCD…
The food we eat impacts not only our physical well-being but also our mental well-being. Our food is our body’s fuel and it contributes to how our mind and our body function in our daily life. Stay Hydrated! Drink at least 8 glasses of…
Far too often, addiction is viewed as a morale failing, or as a flaw in one’s character. Addiction is stigmatized and those who suffer from it are often criminalized and or relegated to the outskirts of society. However, journalist Johann Hari, advocates for a…
CBT SoCal’s Dr. Jason von Stietz, recently hosted an educational event at Whittier College for the Los Angeles County Psychological Association (LACPA) Sport Psychology Special Interest Group. The event was attended by therapists, applied sport psychology practitioners, university administrators, undergraduate and graduate students, and members…
I’ve learned through my own experience that the relationship between quality sleep and mental health are reciprocal, where a lack of sleep can intensify symptoms of mental illness, and having a mental illness can in fact make sleeping more difficult. I myself was diagnosed with…
This past month, CBT SoCal’s Melody Jazeb, Kristin Howard, and Martin Hsia attended the fourth annual OCD SoCal conference at Mariner’s Church in Irvine, CA. The conference was the association’s most well attended to date, as Jeff Sparr, artist, speaker, and OCD sufferer, used his…
CBT SoCal’s Dr. Jason von Stietz recently appeared on the De La Fit podcast discussing many topics related to mental health and sport psychology. Dr. von Stietz discussed his history as a track and field athlete at Citrus College as well as his experience…
CBT SoCal’s Clinical Director Dr. Martin Hsia recently spoke for the Wellness Series at San Marino Community Church on “The Essence, Absence, and Defense of Sleep”. The presentation included significant research about the health benefits of sleep, the potential medical and psychological consequences of insufficient…
In life, there are often times when you need to have uncomfortable conversations. Assertively communicating in a way that is clear and direct is one of the most effective ways of minimizing conflict, preventing misunderstandings, and creating a positive environment. When you practice assertive communication,…
Kristin Howard, LMFT practices at CBT SoCal‘s Glendale office and with the Counseling Center of Loyola Marymount University. Jason von Stietz, Ph.D.practices with CBT SoCal in the Torrance office, Whittier College Counseling Center, and has a special interest in Sport and Performance Psychology. Winter has come, and CBT…
We often spend a great deal of time and energy avoiding negative emotions. Negative emotions feel uncomfortable and avoiding them provides us with short-term relief. However, if we avoid situations that make us uncomfortable we rob ourselves of important life experiences. For example, if social…
Last month, Dr. Broderick Leaks was invited to speak as a subject matter expert at Westwood United Methodist Church’s The Loft. Dr. Leaks engaged with the audience about: 1) Why we often tend to use ineffective coping habits and how to incorporate healthier skills, 2)…