What is Perfectionism? At Agoura Hills Counseling, many of our clients struggle with perfectionism. Perfectionists believe that they must be perfect to avoid any type of failure or rejection. They may also believe that if they do not meet their standards, people may not care about or like them. … [Read more...]
Root of Anxiety is Trauma
Anxiety is an incredibly common mental health disorder, and it can be difficult to deal with. Anxiety disorders are the most common type of mental illness in the United States, affecting about 40 million adults in any given year. At Agoura Hills Counseling, anxiety is one of the most common reasons … [Read more...]
Addiction is an Attempt to Escape Suffering
I recently came across this video of Dr. Gabor Maté discussing the topic of addiction, and I found his words to be incredibly insightful and important for people to hear and understand. I thought it was important to share it with as many people as I can. Unfortunately our society still carries a lot … [Read more...]
25 Best Self Help and Psychology Books Recommended by Therapists
Are you looking for a new book to read, and do you enjoy reading about self help, mental health, or psychology topics? I asked a group of mental health professionals to recommend their favorite books, and here is a list of what they shared (Amazon links provided): Recommended by Julie Mackey, M.S. … [Read more...]