Written by Hannah Sommer Garza, Ph.D. As a trichotillomania (trick-o-till-o-may-nee-uh; TTM or “trich”) treatment provider, I have come across many myths and misconceptions about trichotillomania (hair-pulling disorder) from new clients, family members of new clients,...

I recently attended the 10th Biennial Bereavement Conference presented by Baylor Scott & White Health Care System. The conference was titled “Coping with Bereavement Complications,” and among the invited speakers was Dr. Edward K. Rynearson, M.D. who presented on...

With the recent events that have taken place in this country it is hard to imagine how and when these acts of violence will cease. It can be difficult to feel safe and calm when the world is painting a different picture. National events like those in Baton Rouge and...

When you think of “coping” with a problem, how do you define that term? Here are three definitions of “cope.” (1) To deal with and attempt to overcome problems and difficulties, (2) To deal effectively with something difficult, (3) To deal successfully with a...

Ask anyone on the street what they imagine when they hear the words “therapy” or “psychologist” and you’ll likely hear something along the lines of lying on a long couch, talking about the past, and some form of analysis, whether it be your dreams, childhood,...

Change is hard, but beautiful. After 17 years of being in the same office practicing psychology, we are moving. Not only will we have a new location, but we also have a new practice. Psychology Houston was a concept to bring evidence-based treatment to Houston in a...