CATHERINE PITTMAN, PHD, HSPP
The amygdala is a small, yet mighty part of the brain. Being just the size of an almond, it plays a huge role in our emotions, especially fear and anxiety. Understanding how it works can help our clients manage their worries and prevent anxiety better.
Dr. Catherine Pittman shows how clients can explore their own fear response—and the amygdala—with these FREE worksheets.
Catherine M. Pittman, PhD, HSPP, has treated anxiety-based disorders in clinical practice for over 30 years. With a background in cognitive behavioral therapy, neuropsychology, and fear-conditioning research, she is a sought-after national speaker and trainer on the topics of fear, anxiety, and panic. She is also author of the popular book Rewire Your Anxious Brain: How to Use the Neuroscience of Fear to End Anxiety, Panic, and Worry. Dr. Pittman is a member of the Public Education Committee of the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, and a professor of psychology at Saint Mary’s College, Notre Dame, IN.