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Exploring the Role of Psychological Inflexibility, Mindfulness, and Self-Compassion in PTSD 

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) remains a significant mental health challenge, especially among veterans. A recent study published in the Journal of Contextual Behavioral Science delves into the interplay between psychological inflexibility, mindfulness, and self-compassion in the context of PTSD. The study, led by a team of researchers including Jason Luoma PhD from Portland Psychotherapy, provides…

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How Self-Criticism Impacts Emotional Responses in Social Contexts

A recent study led by researchers from Portland Psychotherapy, including Kati Lear PhD and Jason Luoma PhD, delves into the complex relationship between self-criticism, emotional regulation, and interpersonal connections. Published in Motivation and Emotion, this study investigates how highly self-critical people (HSCs) react to affiliative stimuli—cues that invite social bonding—and how these reactions may…

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New Research Sheds Light on How Self-Criticism Damages Social Relationships

The findings suggest some behaviors that may partially explain why highly self-critical people often experience poorer quality relationships and social isolation. Out of a desire to avoid rejection, self-critical individuals may mute their emotional expressions and conceal thoughts and feelings. Unfortunately, this emotional guardedness can distance others and undermine relationship intimacy and closeness.

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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. Here at Portland Psychotherapy, our research team has been working tirelessly to prepare for our Clinical Trial of MDMA-Assisted Therapy for Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD), recently mentioned in the MAPS Investigator-Initiated Trial update here. Our…

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Showcasing Portland Psychotherapy’s Work at the ACBS Conference

The Association of Contextual Behavioral Science (ACBS) – a professional membership organization – has an annual conference, where researchers and clinicians from around the world gather to present research related to Contextual Behavioral Science and attend trainings and workshops. For the ACBS World Conference 2022, Portland Psychotherapy has 18 accepted presentations! Below is a list…

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