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Burnout in the Tech Industry — Why It Hits Different
Burnout in tech doesn't look like burning out in other industries. The always-on culture, imposter syndrome, and relentless pace create something uniquely exhausting. Here's what's actually happening.

Shanna Kotin, MA, LMFT
May 84 min read


How to Set Boundaries Without Feeling Guilty
Everyone says to set boundaries. Nobody talks about why it feels so awful when you actually try. Here's what's really going on and how to do it without the guilt spiral.

Shanna Kotin, MA, LMFT
May 74 min read


What CBT Actually Is and How It Helps Anxiety
CBT is one of the most talked-about therapy approaches, but what does it actually look like in practice? Here's what a therapist wants you to know about how it works and why it helps anxiety.

Shanna Kotin, MA, LMFT
Apr 63 min read


Why Anxiety Gets Worse at Night
If your brain turns on the moment everything else turns off, you're not alone. Here's why anxiety tends to get louder at night and what actually helps.

Shanna Kotin, MA, LMFT
Apr 33 min read


How to Calm Your Nervous System When Anxiety Hits
When anxiety hits, your body reacts before your brain catches up. Here are practical, therapist-recommended tools to calm your nervous system when you need it most.

Shanna Kotin, MA, LMFT
Apr 23 min read


Why Anxious People Are Often the Most Capable
The same brain that won't stop worrying is often the same brain that catches every detail and delivers exceptional work. Here's why anxiety and capability are so closely linked — and what to do about it.

Shanna Kotin, MA, LMFT
Apr 13 min read


What High-Functioning Anxiety Really Looks Like (From a Therapist)
High-functioning anxiety doesn't always look like panic attacks. Sometimes it looks like being really good at everything — while quietly falling apart inside. Here's what it actually looks like — and what to do about it.

Shanna Kotin, MA, LMFT
Apr 13 min read
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