Savvy Psychologist

In the spirit of Pride Month, we're focusing on topics related to sex and sexuality. In this episode, we’ll define Asexuality and Pansexuality, discuss the spectrum of experiences within these orientations, and address common misconceptions and challenges faced by individuals who identify. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast . Have a mental h...

With the Summer months approaching and the return of beach season, we're re-posting a special episode originally released just after the New Year. In this episode, the Monica looks at the 4 components of body image, and how we can change our minds about our bodies. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast . Have a mental health question? Email us...

What are the common cognitive biases that lead to problems for us? Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast . Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Savvy Psychologist is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips...

What are the common cognitive biases that lead to problems for us? Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast . Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Savvy Psychologist is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips...

8 developmental stages to set you up for life. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast . Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Savvy Psychologist is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips . Links:  https://qu...

Are you emotionally numb? Here are some of the signs and coping strategies. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast . Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Savvy Psychologist is a part of Quick and Di...

Are you having a normal reaction or is it a phobia? Today I define what phobias are and outline some strategies to combat them. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast . Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more psycholog...

Part 2 of our series on "Early Maladaptive Schemas" or EMS. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast . Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Savvy Psychologist is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips . Links:...

Part 1 of our episode on "Early Maladaptive Schemas" or EMS. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast . Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Savvy Psychologist is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips . Link...

In this episode, Dr. Monica Johnson unpacks the different types of boredom, from the relaxed detachment of indifferent boredom to the restless uncertainty of calibrating boredom. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast . Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter...

Narcissistic personality disorder often shows up in pop culture, but it’s widely misunderstood. Here’s why not every jerk you come across can be called a narcissist. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe...

Bipolar disorder often shows up in pop culture, but it’s widely misunderstood. Here are some facts about how bipolar disorder works. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more psych...

Here are two ways that hyper-independence may show up in yourself or others. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Savvy Psychologist is a part of Quick and Di...

OCD often shows up in pop culture, but it’s widely misunderstood. Here are some facts about how OCD works. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook or subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Savvy Psychologist is a part...

Are you sick of getting stuck in the what-ifs? When your brain goes to every possible scenario there are ways to pull out of it. Here are the ways to stop the what if game.  Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast . Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or...

As election season approaches, I address how to manage your own political anxiety and have effective communication with others in the process. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast . Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for...

How to cope with rejection and a few benefits of doing the hard work. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast . Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Savvy Psychologist is a part of Quick and Dirty Ti...

How to find meaning despite not having perfect circumstances. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast . Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Savvy Psychologist is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips . Lin...

There are so many things happening in the world that are potentially triggering for folks. On this episode of the Savvy Psychologist you will learn how to handle your emotional triggers through a useful acronym that will EMPOWER you to cope in a healthy way.  Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast . Have a mental health question? Email us at psy...

A follow up to last week’s episode on the “Build Mastery” skill. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Savvy Psychologist is a part of Quick and Dirty Tips . L...

How to develop the Build Mastery skill with any task in order to accomplish goals and improve your mental wellbeing. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Savv...

An overview of BDD (Body Dysmorphic Disorder) and how social media can impact it. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Savvy Psychologist is a part of Quick a...

What are the different types of Motivation and what are some tips and strategies for how best to stay motivated? Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com. Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more psychology tips. Savvy Ps...

Just like your bank account, your mental health fluctuates depending on what you put into it--and what you take out. In this episode of Savvy Psychologist, Dr. Monica Johnson will teach you how to invest in your personal mental health bank. Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddi...

Do you struggle with staying in the present moment? Here are 5 tips for enjoying the here and now! Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast. Have a mental health question? Email us at psychologist@quickanddirtytips.com or leave a voicemail at 929-256-2191.  Find Savvy Psychologist on Facebook and Twitter , or subscribe to the newsletter for more p...