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IntroductionClinical psychology trainees engaged in supervised training may be exposed to significant life stressors, such as bereavement, which can increase vulnerability to anxiety and insomnia symptoms. Grounded in the Transactional Model of Stress and the Dual Process Model of bereavement, this cross-sectional study aimed to examine whether coping strategies function as risk or protective fac…

IntroductionStudies suggest that metacognitive therapy (MCT) is a promising treatment for pediatric OCD, but less is known about its mechanisms and effects in light of comorbid disorders. The aim of this study was therefore to explore the magnitude of effects, response and remission rates, and trajectories of change associated with MCT for pediatric OCD in a sample presenting both with and withou…

Clinical psychologists often narrow in on just one topic for their research. But the life experiences researchers study don’t always occur separately in the real world. “Labs will study addiction, or they'll study suicide,” said Melissa Nance,…

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Date of Conferral 3-18-2026 Date of Award March 2026 Degree Ph.D. School Psychology Advisor Jerrod Brown Recommended Citation Asghar, Rina, "Psychologists’ and Psychiatrists’ Views on Criminal Behavior, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder, and Federally Sentenced Indigenous Women in the Prairie Region and British Columbia" (2026). Walden Dissertations and Doctoral Studies. 19517. https://scholarworks…

Psychologist, Jeremy Dean, PhD is the founder and author of PsyBlog. He holds a doctorate in psychology from University College London and two other advanced degrees in psychology. He has been writing about scientific research on PsyBlog since 2004. View all posts by Dr Jeremy Dean

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Attached To my Psychotherapist by Nora (USA) Photo Credit: Richard Summers I have seen numerous Mental Health professionals since I was 15 for mood swings, anger, anxiety, depression, ptsd, phobias, impulses & now as of 3yrs ago, Bipolar 1. Relocated after my husband deployed, I have a new & VERY different therapist for 3 months now. 1- He's Male. Strangely I am very comfortable with him. I've ha…

Awardee: Dr. Craig Rodriguez-Seijas Key Findings: “A lot of the symptoms of [mental health disorders] can be totally functional in certain environments–specifically, environments that are ... Read More Source

Jennifer Blossom (she/her/hers), assistant professor of psychology in clinical psychology at the University of Maine, received the 2025 Excellence in Rural Psychology Award from the American Psychological Association. This award […]

A trial published in Lancet Psychiatry looks at mindfulness-based cognitive therapy for depression in those who haven’t improved after NHS Talking … read more

APRIL 29, 2025 — Researchers at the UTSA Sleep and Memory Computational Lab are studying how Rapid Eye Movement (REM) sleep could influence individuals who are regularly exposed to stressful experiences and are at higher risk of developing Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). The study, led by UTSA psychology professor Itamar Lerner, involves collaboration with […] The post UTSA professor exami…

This page provides a comprehensive list of clinical psychology thesis topics, designed to guide psychology students in finding relevant and impactful research areas for their thesis projects. Covering 200 diverse topics organized into 10 key categories, this list addresses current issues, recent trends, and future directions within the field of clinical psychology. From exploring diagnostic metho…

Are you participating in individual therapy and are considering inviting a family member, friend, or romantic partner to your therapy session(s)? Are you wondering whether this is a good idea? I’ve discussed this decision with many of my clients. At times, my clients will determine that it’s a good idea, and other times they discover […] The post Should I Invite a Loved One to My Therapy? appeare…

Postures are used in trauma therapy to help your body to process emotions which may be stuck in your body. These same posture can also promote feelings of safety, boost confidence and increase your nonverbal communication.  Imagine this: you’re in an important meeting. Focus on how you’d be sitting. Which of these postures best reflects […] The post Using Open Postures in Trauma Therapy appeared …

“I would never do what you do,” is a phrase I often hear when I tell people I’m a trauma therapist. I get it. Who would choose to be constantly exposed to the consequences of malicious child abuse, immeasurable loss, vicious violence, and other traumatic experiences? My colleagues and I make this choice every day, […] The post 10 Secrets of Trauma Therapists appeared first on Amanda Ann Gregory .

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