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04 Nov Why Many Couples Seek Marriage Counseling During the Holiday Season in Nashville
Posted at 5:03 pm in Couples Therapy, News by jlbworks
The holidays are often described as the “most wonderful time of the year.” Yet, for many couples, this season brings more tension than tranquility. Between financial pressures, family obligations, and high expectations, relationships can become strained. While festive lights brighten the streets, emotions often run high at home. For some couples, these challenges lead them to seek marriage counsel…
27 Oct Considering the Two Most Important Questions in Psychotherapy and in Life: “What Do I Feel and What Do I Want?” Reflections on the Concept of Individuation
Posted at 10:35 am in Uncategorized by jlbworks
By Philip Chanin, Ed.D., ABPP, CGP Board Certified Clinical Psychologist Assistant Clinical Professor, Department of Psychiatry Vanderbilt University Medical Center www.drphilchanin.com philchanin@gmail.com “But when one follows the path of individuation, when one lives one’s own life, one must take mistakes into the bargain; life would not be complete without them. There is no guarantee—not for a…
20 Oct “No One Wins Marital Arguments:” How to Stop Arguing and Start Having Constructive Conversations
Posted at 12:54 pm in Couples Therapy by jlbworks
“No One Wins Marital Arguments:” How to Stop Arguing and Start Having Constructive Conversations By Philip Chanin, Ed.D, ABPP, CGP Board Certified Clinical Psychologist Assistant Clinical Professor, Department of Psychiatry Vanderbilt University Medical Center www.drphilchanin.com philchanin@gmail.com “In the repair process, the listener has only one goal: to help the speaker move back int…
13 Oct Young Love, Brief Marriage, Early Divorce: Reflections on the Concept of “Starter Marriage”
Posted at 10:35 am in Couples Therapy by jlbworks
Young Love, Brief Marriage, Early Divorce: Reflections on the Concept of “Starter Marriage” By Philip Chanin, Ed.D, ABPP, CGP Board Certified Clinical Psychologist Assistant Clinical Professor, Department of Psychiatry Vanderbilt University Medical Center www.drphilchanin.com philchanin@gmail.com An article in The New York Times on July 7, 1994, discusses the provocative concept of t…
07 Oct Depression During the Holidays: Why You Should Seek Support Before Stress Peaks
Posted at 1:18 pm in Depression Treatment, News by jlbworks
For many, the holidays bring warmth, joy, and togetherness. But for others, they can be a difficult time marked by loneliness, financial pressure, or unresolved guilt. The contrast between what you’re “supposed” to feel and what you actually feel can deepen sadness, a reality often overlooked in the glow of holiday lights. If you have noticed a dip in your mood as the holidays approach, you’re no…
06 Oct “I’m Healthy—I Haven’t Been to the Doctor in Years”: Reflections on Toxic Masculinity, Precarious Manhood, and Men’s Resistance to Taking Care of Their Health
Posted at 12:25 pm in Individual Therapy by jlbworks
By Philip Chanin, Ed.D., ABPP, CGP Board Certified Clinical Psychologist Assistant Clinical Professor, Department of Psychiatry Vanderbilt University Medical Center “Men’s willingness to downplay weakness and pain is so great that it has been named as a factor in their shorter life span. The ten years of difference in longevity between men and women turns out to have little to do with genes. Men…
25 Sep Is It Narcissism or Something Else? Key Differences and When to Seek a Diagnosis in Nashville
Posted at 5:09 pm in Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), News by jlbworks
It’s common to hear the word “narcissist” thrown around in everyday conversations. Someone who posts too many selfies, interrupts often, or struggles with empathy may be labeled as a narcissist. But casual narcissism doesn’t always mean a person has a diagnosable mental health condition. Keep reading to learn the difference between narcissism and narcissistic personality disorder in Nashville, TN…
17 Jul How Narcissistic Personality Disorder Affects Relationships (and Where to Find Help in Nashville)
Posted at 9:30 am in Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD), News by jlbworks
Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) can deeply strain relationships, whether romantic, familial, or professional. If you’re struggling, know you’re not alone and that there’s help. Keep reading to learn more about how NPD manifests in relationships and where you can find compassionate guidance with Dr. Phil Chanin. What is Narcissistic Personality Disorder? NPD is a mental health condition de…
07 Jul There is a Formula for Happiness—But You Won’t Find It Alone: Exploring the Science of Positive Psychology
Posted at 1:02 pm in Individual Therapy by jlbworks
By Philip Chanin, Ed.D, ABPP, CGP Board Certified Clinical Psychologist Assistant Clinical Professor, Department of Psychiatry Vanderbilt University Medical Center The Need for a Positive Psychology “A science of positive subjective experience, positive individual traits, and positive institutions promises to improve quality of life and prevent the pathologies that arise when life is…