Fear of Taking Medication for Anxiety or OCD: Why It Happens and How to Move Forward
A note from Natalie Noel, LMHC, Anxiety & OCD Specialists Many people assume that anxiety always shows up as panic, fear, or avoidance—but anxiety can also sabotage a person’s ability to get better, including their willingness to take the very medication that...
What Is Vasovagal Syncope and Why Can Anxiety Trigger Fainting?
Vasovagal syncope, often referred to as a “fainting spell”, is a brief loss of consciousness that occurs when the heart rate and blood pressure suddenly drop. This reduces blood flow to the brain, causing a person to faint. While vasovagal syncope is...
Media: Overcoming obsessive, intrusive thoughts & feelings
LMHC and owner of Anxiety & OCD Treatment Specialists, Natalie R. Noel, joined Gayle Guyardo, the host of the global health and wellness show, Bloom, with tips on how to overcome obsessive, intrusive thoughts and feelings.
Scrupulosity OCD: Guilt is a Bully
Introduction While OCD can manifest in various forms, one particularly challenging subtype is scrupulosity. There are two types of scrupulosity. One is more connected to religiosity. Patients with this form of scrupulosity tend to fear going to hell, sinning, or being...