Anxiety Archives – Blunt Therapy

5 Ways to Reduce Emotional Overload in a Fast-Paced World

by Randy Withers

September 10, 2026

Most of us know what it feels like to have too much on our plate. Work gets hectic. Problems crop up at home. Bills are

7 Common Anxiety Symptoms That Often Go Unrecognized

7 Anxiety Symptoms Many People Mistake for Something Else (Like Stress)

by Randy Withers

June 3, 2026

Most people think they’re pretty familiar with anxiety symptoms. They picture worry. They picture nervousness before a big presentation, a job interview, or an important

When Outpatient Therapy Isn’t Enough: A Parent’s Guide to Residential Treatment Centers for Teens

by Guest Author

May 29, 2026

Few experiences are more frightening for a parent than watching their child struggle and not knowing what to do next. Maybe your teen has withdrawn

Your Nervous System Isn’t Broken—It’s Overloaded: 4 Ways To Heal It

by Beth Rush

April 14, 2026

Most people think of stress as something happening in their mind. In reality, it’s something happening in their body. Deadlines pile up. Notifications don’t stop.

Rhythmic Breathing: The Simple Habit That Calms Your Nervous System

by Beth Rush

April 13, 2026

Your breath already has a rhythm. When you guide that rhythm intentionally, you send your nervous system a clear signal that you are safe. Rhythmic

Insomnia Anxiety: 7 Irritating Reasons You Can’t Fall Asleep

7 Reasons Insomnia Anxiety Makes Sleep Worse

by Dr. Lynn Alison Bornfriend, MD

April 12, 2026

Most people with insomnia eventually arrive at the same conclusion:If I just try harder, I’ll finally fall asleep. That sounds reasonable. It’s also exactly what

9 Smart Coping Strategies To Beat Back Career Change Anxiety

It’s Totally Normal to Have Anxiety When Switching Careers – Here Are 9 Ways to Cope

by Randy Withers

October 2, 2025

Switching careers is one of those life decisions that feels thrilling and terrifying at the same time. On the surface, there’s the excitement of new

Ease Anxiety in Autistic Children: 5 ABA-Informed Approaches

How ABA-Informed Strategies Can Ease Anxiety in Autistic Children (and Their Parents)

by Beth Rush

August 27, 2025

When your child is anxious, the whole family feels it. Heart-racing meltdowns, school refusals, sound sensitivities, and sudden shutdowns can turn ordinary days into uphill