Jonathan Haverkampf, Author at Psychotherapy and Counselling for Anxiety, Fears and Depression

Can You Fake It Til You Make It?

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For those who live with social anxiety, the prospect of attending social events or interacting with others can be incredibly daunting. Even the simplest interactions can be a struggle, and many find themselves paralyzed by fear. If this is something you can relate to, you may have heard the suggestion to “fake it til you … Read More about Can You Fake It Til You Make It?
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Computerized linguistic analysis: Which associations correspond with students’ symptom reduction in a brief psychodynamic intervention?

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This study explored some of the mechanisms that can be helpful in psychotherapy. It investigated the usefulness of a university counselling intervention by evaluating changes in psychological symptomatology before and after the therapeutic intervention and in the linguistic measures applied to clinical reports of the first and last sessions. The sample consisted of 88 university

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Defense mechanisms as predictors of anxiety and self-esteem—A multiple regression analysis.

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Psychoanalytic Psychology, Vol 40(4), Oct 2023, 348-353; doi:10.1037/pap0000459 Defense mechanisms are supposed to help us deal with stress by decreasing anxiety and preserving our self-esteem. The aim of the present study was to determine which defense styles and specific defense mechanisms have the strongest association with anxiety and self-esteem. Defense Style Questionnaire–40 (DSQ-40), Rosenberg Self-Esteem

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Conquering Orgasm Anxiety

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Orgasm anxiety and sexual performance anxiety: body monitoring, pressure, relationship context, medical boundaries and specialist help.

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Mother-Daughter Relationship Problems: Boundaries and Communication

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A careful guide to mother-daughter relationship problems, strained relationships with mothers, boundaries, communication and when to seek help.

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The Fear of COVID. The Fear of Polio.

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This article is a personal account of how the coronavirus pandemic triggered my childhood defenses, just like when I fell victim to the polio epidemic. It describes the similarities between the experiences of polio and reactions to the pandemic, like the collapse of time, the feeling of numbness and passivity, managing fear through denial, and

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How do I find help for anxiety?

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Anxiety can be an incredibly difficult and isolating experience, but it doesn’t have to be. There are numerous resources available to help you manage your anxiety and find coping strategies that work for you. Here is a guide to some of the most effective ways of finding help with anxiety. First, talking to friends and

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Do I have Anxiety?

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Do I have anxiety? This is a question that many people ask themselves. It’s important to understand the signs and symptoms of anxiety, but you should always consult a qualified healthcare professional if you think that you may suffer from an anxiety disorder. Anxiety is a feeling of worry, fear, or unease that can range

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Anxiety Treatment in Ireland

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Anxiety treatment in Ireland: therapy options, medication questions, GP and psychiatry routes, crisis support, and warm guidance on when to seek help.

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Anxiety or Stress? What’s the Difference Between Stress and Anxiety?

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A clear guide to stress and anxiety, how they overlap, how they differ, what may help, and when therapy or medical support may be useful.

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