Kelsey Irving

When you start looking for a therapist, one of the first filters most people use is simple: Do they take my insurance? It makes sense. Therapy can feel like a big financial commitment, and using your benefits...

In a world obsessed with optimization, we’re often told to “push harder.” At the same time, we’re reminded to “be kind to ourselves.” It can feel like conflicting advice: Do we grind, or do we rest?

Perfectionism has great PR. It’s often mistaken for high standards, ambition, or a strong work ethic. In job interviews, people even list it as a “weakness” that secretly sounds like a strength.

When anxiety strikes, reassurance feels like relief. A quick Google search. A text to a friend. A silent mental checklist: I locked the door. I washed my hands. I’m fine. For a moment, the tension...

If you’ve spent any time researching Exposure and Response Prevention therapy (ERP), you’ve probably come across a common warning: this is hard work. ERP asks a lot of you. With the guidance of a...

Relationship OCD (ROCD) is an overwhelming condition that causes individuals to doubt their romantic relationships constantly. Unlike the occasional doubts that most people experience, ROCD leads to...