Mental Health Blog: Anxiety, OCD & PTSD Resources
Practical, clinically informed articles on anxiety, OCD, PTSD, and evidence-based treatment from the psychologists at CABT in Bryn Mawr, PA. Our team writes for patients, families, and anyone looking to better understand their mental health — covering everything from how CBT and ERP work, to recognizing symptoms, to what to expect from therapy in the greater Philadelphia area.
Pride Month & PTSD Awareness
LGBTQ+ individuals are disproportionately affected by trauma — and significantly more likely to develop PTSD than their heterosexual and cisgender peers. CABT's clinicians explain why, what PTSD looks like in this community, and how evidence-based treatment can help.
Anxiety Disorders & Women
Women are nearly twice as likely as men to be diagnosed with an anxiety disorder during their lifetime, yet this gap is rarely talked about. CABT therapist Catherine Schuler breaks down the research on women and anxiety, and what evidence-based treatment looks like.
Trauma Exposure vs. PTSD: What's the Difference?
Most people who experience trauma do not develop PTSD, but the two are often confused. CABT psychologist Dr. Christina DiChiara explains the crucial difference between trauma exposure and PTSD, what natural recovery looks like, and when professional treatment is needed.
How CABT Therapists Use Therapy Skills in Their Own Lives
What happens when therapists actually practice what they preach? CABT's clinicians, including psychologists and therapists specializing in anxiety, OCD, PTSD, and emetophobia, share how they personally use therapy skills like mindfulness, radical acceptance, and exposure in their everyday lives.