Jonathan Haverkampf

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

CBT focuses on the development of personal coping strategies that target solving current problems and changing unhelpful patterns in cognitions (e.g., thoughts, beliefs, and attitudes), behaviours, and emotional regulation. It is used for several mental health conditions, including anxiety and depression. CBT is based on the belief that thoughts, behaviours and emotions interact. Thus, thought […]

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Social Phobia

Social phobia is characterized by an excessive amount of social interactions or general fear of social situations, which can lead to avoidance of many or all social situations. The individual believes that he or she will be scrutinized by others. Exposure to social situations immediately provokes an anxiety response. Physical symptoms often include excessive blushing,

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How to Fit In

Are you socially anxious and wondering how to fit in? Maybe you’ve just moved to a new school or neighborhood, or maybe you’ve been feeling like an outsider in your current situation. Whatever the case may be, there are some things you can do to help yourself feel more comfortable and accepted. Ultimately, the best … Read More about How to Fit In
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30 Positive Affirmations for Social Anxiety

Positive affirmations for social anxiety are ways of talking to yourself that highlight your good qualities instead of what is wrong with you. Research shows they can help you to feel stronger, more confident, and more capable. Repeating positive affirmations for social anxiety can also help to shift your focus away from your fears and … Read More about 30 Positive Affirmations for Social Anxiety
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12 Tips to Overcome the Fear of Eating in Public (Guaranteed)

How to Overcome the Fear of Eating in Front of People A lot of people feel uncomfortable eating in public. Maybe you’re one of them. It’s natural to feel self-conscious and anxious when eating around other people, but there are ways to overcome the fear. The best way to overcome the fear of eating in … Read More about 12 Tips to Overcome the Fear of Eating in Public (Guaranteed)
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LET PEACE BEGIN WITH YOU. HOW TO END THE FIGHT AGAINST SOCIAL ANXIETY

Control often has benefits. It can create a sense of structure, predictability, mastery, and safety. As we know, none of us are in control of everything. We have all experienced unwanted internal and external experiences. If we knew how to control everything, we would probably start there. Although we may not have a choice about… [Continue reading]
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How Do You Start a Conversation with a Coworker?

What Do You Talk About With Your Coworkers? How do you start a conversation with a coworker? Many people have difficulty striking up conversations with their coworkers. They know they should do it because networking is important for their career, but they don’t know what to say or how to break the ice. Here are … Read More about How Do You Start a Conversation with a Coworker?
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WHY AM I AFRAID TO SAY “NO”? SOCIAL ANXIETY AND THE LACK OF ASSERTIVENESS

What do these people have in common: A savvy salesman who can’t sever the relationship with his business partner who takes advantage of him; a competent woman business owner who manages 20 employees but can’t say “no” to requests from her adult daughter; and a smart accounting executive who tolerates years of emotional abuse by… [Continue reading]
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What Is a Communication Coach?

How Can Coaching Improve Communication Skills? A communication coach helps clients identify and change the habits that get in the way of being heard. Communication coaches help you speak up for yourself, recognize when to choose your words carefully or use humor, and how to be ready with a disarming comment when things go wrong. … Read More about What Is a Communication Coach?
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What Is the Root Cause of Social Anxiety?

What Is the Main Underlying Cause of Social Anxiety? The root cause of social anxiety is an intense fear of being judged by others. This can come from either a fear of not meeting the expectations placed on us by ourselves or society, not living up to our potential, or not maintaining the approval and … Read More about What Is the Root Cause of Social Anxiety?
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