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Portland Psychotherapy Year in Review – 2023
It is that time of year when we take the opportunity to pause and reflect on where our efforts have gone.
There’s no Shame in Having OCD – Addressing Shame in OCD Treatment
Shame is all too common among people with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
New Insights into Psychologists’ Views on Psychedelic Therapy
As interest grows among both clinicians and the public, psychedelic knowledge and reduced stigma within the psychology field will be critical to ensuring these treatments are implemented ethically, safely, and accessibly.
Mitigating Risks in Psychedelic Integration Therapy: Practical Considerations
Psychedelic HRIT is an emerging clinical area that requires careful consideration of risks associated with this type of therapy.
New Research Sheds Light on How Self-Criticism Damages Social Relationships
A team of researchers from Portland Psychotherapy recently published an intriguing study that sheds light on how self-criticism can damage social relationships.
Are Psychologists Ready for Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy? Insights from a New Study
Psychedelic-assisted therapy has been gaining attention in recent years, with promising early results in clinical trials.
Why MDMA-Assisted Therapy for Social Anxiety Disorder?
Social anxiety disorder (SAD) is a common and debilitating condition that affects approximately 1 in 14 Americans at any given time.
Portland Psychotherapy Year in Review – 2022
It has been a year of change, both within Portland Psychotherapy and in our broader community.
Portland Psychotherapy is now taking OHP!
After months and months of work and paperwork, we are pleased to announce that Portland Psychotherapy is now taking OHP.
Self-help books for trauma or posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Choosing a self-help book from the vast number of choices can be really difficult.
Portland Psychotherapy’s Clinical Trial of MDMA-Assisted Therapy for Social Anxiety Disorder: Recruitment Underway!
Many have been watching as the psychedelic renaissance has taken off and more clinical trials for psychedelic-assisted therapy have begun.
Showcasing Portland Psychotherapy’s Work at the ACBS Conference
For the ACBS World Conference 2022, Portland Psychotherapy has 18 accepted presentations!
Don’t Throw Out Your Cake! (and Other Self-Compassionate Practices)
As a fan of The Great British Baking Show, there was a moment in season one that stood out to me where one of the bakers tossed their baked Alaska in the garbage because the ice cream melted.
How Well Does Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Work? Find Out from this New Comprehensive Review
A recent paper from Portland Psychotherapy researchers summarizes the results of the strongest research studies examining psychedelic-assisted therapy.
MDMA-Assisted Therapy for Social Anxiety Disorder
We all know what it feels like to feel awkward or nervous in a social setting.
Overcoming Social Anxiety as You Emerge from COVID-19 Quarantine
Feeling excited about rejoining your communities after more than a year of quarantine, but also a little scared?
Finding Meaning Amidst a Success-Driven World
Do you feel like you’ve been encouraged to chase after a certain vision of success?
Recovering From Sexual Assault
Being sexually assaulted can make a person feel ashamed, disgusted, fearful, confused, and/or horrified, among many emotions.