Posts by Anthony Centore:

We’ve all heard of choking. Those sports-related disasters when an athlete seems to crack under the pressure. It’s fascinating—and a little hard to watch. Scientists have begun to uncover the causes of choking, and identify the mental differences that separate athletes who are likely to choke, and…

Are we in Control? Or do our brains run the show? The question is a matter of hot debate, as research suggests that our choices may be subject to our own biology. For instance, the brain’s frontal lobes, which are crucial for emotional regulation and self-control, are…

According to the Harvard Business Review, today more than 47 percent of all American married couples are dual-career couples. (In Canada, the percentage is roughly 70%, in the UK, it’s around 67%). So, the question on a lot of couples’ minds is: how do you make it work,…

Good morning, Anthony.  I enjoyed your Private Practice Strategies article on administrative fees in the July edition of Counseling Today.  I find that most clients do not read most documents presented to them at intake.  I quit giving my HIPAA form…

Hello,  I saw the announcement for your Aug. 15th Webinar regarding private practice startups which I plan to attend. I am a new licensed graduate professional counselor (LGPC) in the state of Maryland under supervision, and I am putting together a part-time practice while still employed by an agency….

Dear Dr. Centore: I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor in private practice in WI and have a question regarding insurance reimbursement for what is termed “relationship issues.” For years, it has been my understanding that most insurance networks will cover couples counseling or family counseling if…

Does Watching TV at Night Cause Depression? Read: Back to Basics, Depression 101 A new study suggests that your favorite late night TV show could be causing depression. In a study using hamsters, those exposed to dim light—equivalent to a TV in a dark room—at night over…

The One Good Thing About Boredom is… Read: Back to Basics, Depression 101 A philosopher once said, “The two foes of human happiness are pain and boredom” But new research published in the Cambridge Journal or Education points to the benefits of boredom—describing it as “a legitimate…

You’ve heard the adage “Fake it ‘til you make it” However, even if once you’ve made it you could be among the ranks of many successful people who still feel like they’re faking it. Neuroscientist and TED speaker Bradley Voytek explains, “… [it] appears to be fairly…

Do Counselors Need Life Coaching Certification? From Laura B.: I see that you are qualified to do counseling, but what are your coaching credentials? Thanks, Laura ———————— Answer: Dear Laura, Our opinion is that a life coach telling a licensed mental…

New research may provide an answer to the age-old question: who’s smarter, men or women? According to Researcher James Flynn, for the first time, women are globally scoring on par or slightly higher on IQ tests than men. Flynn explains that modern changes in opportunity and education have…

Online Counseling and Loan Forgiveness Question: I am working on my 4 year degree online. I am interested in preforming online therapy. Do you know how I can receive loan forgiveness for school and how this goal could work? Sincerely, Student from Colombia, South America Answer: Dear Aspiring Online Counselor,…