
Emotional numbness
Are you emotionally numb? Here are some of the signs and coping strategies.Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a mental health question? Em...
1 Maj 202412min

Understanding "Specific Phobias"
Are you having a normal reaction or is it a phobia? Today I define what phobias are and outline some strategies to combat them.Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is avail...
24 Apr 202412min

Tips for combatting emotional and cognitive patterns (EMS Part 2)
Part 2 of our series on "Early Maladaptive Schemas" or EMS.Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a mental health question? Email us at psycho...
17 Apr 20249min

18 Beliefs that may be ruining your life (EMS Part 1)
Part 1 of our episode on "Early Maladaptive Schemas" or EMS.Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a mental health question? Email us at psych...
10 Apr 202415min

The many types of “boredom” and what to do about them
In this episode, Dr. Monica Johnson unpacks the different types of boredom, from the relaxed detachment of indifferent boredom to the restless uncertainty of calibrating boredom.Savvy Psychologist is ...
3 Apr 202414min

The facts of narcissistic personality disorder
Narcissistic personality disorder often shows up in pop culture, but it’s widely misunderstood. Here’s why not every jerk you come across can be called a narcissist.Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr....
27 Mars 202410min

The facts of bipolar disorder
Bipolar disorder often shows up in pop culture, but it’s widely misunderstood. Here are some facts about how bipolar disorder works.Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is ...
20 Mars 20249min

Why being too independent can actually be a problem
Here are two ways that hyper-independence may show up in yourself or others.Savvy Psychologist is hosted by Dr. Monica Johnson. A transcript is available at Simplecast.Have a mental health question? E...
13 Mars 20247min



















