Joel Minden

Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Chico, California

Joel Minden is a licensed clinical psychologist. He is the founder of the Chico Center for Cognitive Behavior Therapy, diplomate of the Academy of Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies, and lecturer in the Department of Psychology at California State University, Chico. He is the author of Show Your Anxiety Who’s Boss (2020) and writes the column ‘CBT and Me’ at Psychology Today.

Written by Joel Minden

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EMOTION REGULATION

How to compare yourself with others fairly

Ever worry that you don’t measure up? These CBT-based practices can make social comparison less painful and more productive

by Joel Minden

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EMOTION REGULATION

How to take things less personally

Always blaming yourself or assuming others think ill of you? A CBT therapist shares ways to break these self-critical habits

by Joel Minden