Break Free from Intrusive Thoughts: An Evidence-Based Guide for Managing Fear and Finding Peace - Paperback

by Debra Kissen (Author), Emily Lambert (Author), Micah Ioffe (Author)

Proven strategies to move through intrusive thoughts and live your best life

Intrusive thoughts are disturbing thoughts or images that appear out of nowhere and make it hard to go about your day, especially in tandem with other anxiety disorders. Break Free from Intrusive Thoughts is a sensitive, modern guide to developing a more accepting relationship with them so you can stop them from holding you back.

• The truth about intrusive thoughts--Learn what intrusive thoughts are, what causes them, and what they really mean.
• Different recovery techniques--Explore a range of therapy techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and mindfulness.
• Hands-on healing--Get unstuck from unhelpful thinking patterns through exercises like writing out your fears and labeling your emotions, so you can accept your intrusive thoughts and let them pass.

Learn how to call a truce with your intrusive thoughts and get back to your life.

Author Biography

DEBRA KISSEN, PhD, MHSA, is CEO of Light on Anxiety CBT Treatment Center and specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for anxiety and related disorders.

EMILY LAMBERT, LPC, NCC, is a clinical mental health counselor at Light on Anxiety CBT Treatment Center. She uses a foundation of CBT and a humanistic perspective to help clients live better.

MICAH IOFFE, PhD, is a licensed clinical psychologist at Light on Anxiety CBT Treatment Center who specializes in treating anxiety disorders and has authored multiple research publications.