by Shmuel Fischler, LCSW-C | Aug 31, 2025 | OCD Treatment
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is more than just needing things to be neat or double-checking locks. It’s a mental health condition that can become time-consuming, distressing, and disruptive to daily life. If you’ve ever wondered whether your habits...
by Shmuel Fischler, LCSW-C | Aug 31, 2025 | OCD Treatment
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a chronic, often debilitating mental health condition characterized by intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors. Affecting both adolescents and adults, OCD can severely impact a person’s quality of life. But the good...
by Shmuel Fischler, LCSW-C | Jul 18, 2025 | Blog, OCD Treatment
There’s something special about returning to your hometown, especially when it’s for something as meaningful as the International OCD Foundation’s 30th annual conference. This year, Chicago welcomed hundreds of clinicians, researchers, individuals living with...
by Shmuel Fischler, LCSW-C | Jul 2, 2025 | Blog, Depression Treatment
Bringing a new baby into the world is often imagined as a joyful experience. But for many new moms, it also brings emotional and mental health challenges. One of the most common and serious conditions affecting new mothers is postpartum depression (PPD) — a mood...
by Shmuel Fischler, LCSW-C | Jul 2, 2025 | Blog, Depression Treatment
Depression can feel like an overwhelming weight, an invisible burden that affects every area of life. Whether you’re struggling yourself or supporting a loved one, it’s important to remember that depression is treatable. With the right approach, support...
by Shmuel Fischler, LCSW-C | Jun 3, 2025 | Blog, Depression Treatment
Depression is a complex and multifaceted mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. While it’s common to think of feelings of sadness as a primary symptom, the causes of depression run much deeper. From brain chemistry to life events,...
by Shmuel Fischler, LCSW-C | Jun 3, 2025 | Blog, Depression Treatment
Depression is more than just a low mood—it’s a complex mental health condition that affects how a person thinks, feels, and functions in daily life. Understanding what depression feels like is crucial not only for those experiencing it but also for friends,...
by Shmuel Fischler, LCSW-C | Apr 22, 2025 | Anxiety Treatment, Blog
Anxiety can strike at any time—whether you’re in the middle of a stressful situation, experiencing racing thoughts before bed, or dealing with an unexpected wave of panic. When anxiety feels overwhelming, you need immediate relief techniques that can calm your...
by Shmuel Fischler, LCSW-C | Apr 22, 2025 | Anxiety Treatment, Blog
Anxiety is a normal part of life, but when it becomes overwhelming, it can interfere with daily activities, relationships, and overall well-being. While anxiety can’t always be eliminated entirely, there are proven strategies to manage and reduce it effectively. At...
by Shmuel Fischler, LCSW-C | Apr 1, 2025 | Anxiety Treatment
Anxiety is a natural stress response, but when it becomes excessive or chronic, it can interfere with daily life. Millions of people struggle with anxiety disorders, but understanding the root causes of anxiety is the first step toward managing it effectively. At CBT...
