Seth J. Gillihan PhD

About

Seth J. Gillihan, Ph.D., is a licensed psychologist who specializes in mindful cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). He offers online courses through the Think Act Be School and created the free e-guide, "10 Ways to Manage Stress and Anxiety Every Day." Gillihan hosts the weekly Think Act Be podcast. He has also written best-selling books and card decks for anxiety, trauma, depression, and related conditions.

Books by Seth J. Gillihan PhD

Recent Posts

Why Depression Can Make It Hard to Know You're Depressed

It's not always easy to know you're depressed, and the symptoms themselves can get in the way of recognizing the condition. These four factors are often to blame.

How to Handle Difficult People Like a Stoic

Our automatic reactions to challenging people tend to be anti-Stoic and increase our suffering. Follow these principles to guard your equanimity.

4 Ways Healing From Trauma Can Enrich Your Life

Trauma often leaves a lasting mark on our bodies and brains. Trauma specialist Peter Levine shares his own healing journey in a new autobiography.

7 Ways Better Sleep Efficiency Can Fix Your Broken Sleep

Feeling well-rested isn't just a matter of sleeping more; quality is key. Understanding this crucial measure can help you overcome insomnia.

Why Stress Could Make You Age Faster

Multiple studies have shown that mental health significantly affects biological aging—which in turn can contribute to psychiatric conditions.

Why Does a Difficult Childhood Affect Adult Mental Health?

Adverse childhood experiences are correlated with adult mental health. But are they the actual cause? A new study pulls apart the effects of genes and the environment.

Do You Know Someone Who's Chronically Serious?

Personal Perspective: This common "condition" often strikes in middle adulthood and can crowd out the ability to experience joy.

8 Ways That Walking Can Transform the Therapy Experience

Discover all the advantages of therapy sessions that engage body, mind, and heart.

A 24-Hour Plan for Reducing Daily Stress

Life can be a continual series of challenges and demands. Use these simple techniques throughout the day to prevent stress and strain from overwhelming you.

What It Means to Truly Be Loved

There are many formal and informal theories about love, and then there are experiences that tell you: This is love.