Events

Learning how to be mindful and stay in the present moment is a helpful skill when dealing with anxiety. Our brains are neuroplastic, which means they have the ability to change. Neuropsychologist Rick Hanson has done a lot of research on the brain and is the author of How to Hardwire Your Brain for Happiness. […]

Brian was diagnosed with OCD in 2007 and began treatment in that same year at The Anxiety Treatment Center. Brian's story is that of success and he is now a spokesperson and advocate of successful OCD treatment. To quote Brian, "My story is a story of hope for others! Effective OCD treatment is available. I'm […]

Mental illness is often times a misunderstood area within the church. Frequently, those who are suffering are told to “pray about it,” rather than to seek help from a psychiatrist or therapist. This can invalidate those struggling and distance them from reaching out. This presentation is designed to help attendees learn how to open up […]

Many people who have been diagnosed with an anxiety disorder are not told by their providers “which” anxiety disorders. Commonly people say, “I have anxiety,” or “I suffer from an anxiety disorder,” without really knowing what that means. This presentation will distinguish between the various anxiety disorders, common symptoms, and how treatment can vary.

This presentation will discuss the prevalence, symptoms and treatment of OCD in children and adolescents. Learn how to recognize signals, and modify and improve family expectations.

Who's more of expert than the experts themselves....the patients who have lived through it. This presentation will include a panel of individuals who are currently, or have previously, been in treatment for an anxiety disorder. For anyone interested in hearing directly about their personal journey's, you are encouraged to attend.

OCD represents the largest mental health population when it comes to anxiety disorders. It is critical that as professionals, proper strategies are implemented so that treatment is effective. While "talk therapy" can be helpful, the front-line treatment modality is Exposure and Response Prevention, which is evidence-based and proven to change brain chemistry. This presentation will […]

Those struggling with OCD often times feel alone, as if no one understands what they are going through. Being told to just not worry or that what they feel is silly perpetuates the suffering and invalidation of their disorder. This panel will talk candidly about their OCD, how they embraced their treatment, importance of family […]

  Exposure therapy is the gold standard for the treatment of anxiety-related disorders, such as OCD, social anxiety, and phobias. Recently, therapists have begun using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), in conjunction with traditional exposure therapies, including Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). ACT’s focus on mindfulness and values can enhance treatment, and help people build […]

Anxiety Disorders represent the largest mental health population in the United States yet remain the most underrepresented when it comes to specialists who are trained in the front-line, evidence-based treatment modalities. Compounding these conditions is the impact that anxiety takes on the lives of those who suffer, often times resulting in a co-morbid depressive disorder. […]