Author: Future of Therapy

Dr. Feinstein is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in behavioral medicine and health psychology. His private practice is located in Redwood City, CA. Dr. Feinstein also provides services via secure videophone (telepsychology using GoToMeeting and Skype). Dr. Feinstein's approach to treatment is goal-oriented, evidence-based Cognitive Behavior Therapy augmented with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT).

It Hurts So Much: Managing the Stress of a Custody Battle

Featured by Future of Therapy, posted in Anxiety, Coparenting, Couples, Depression, Divorce, Family, Legal, Stress Management

Every week, we get a text or email from someone using CaseKeepers to create custody logs. "I'm going through a divorce and custody battle and I have been really confused and hurt. How do I deal with everything?" Divorces are painful. Woman's Divorce.com, "They trigger all kinds of emotional pain and unsettling feelings. It totally … Continue reading It Hurts So Much: Managing the Stress of a Custody Battle

Simplify Evidence or Information Collection Using a Digital Journal

by Future of Therapy, posted in Divorce, Family, Foster Parenting, Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), Legal, Special Needs

The key to winning any case or dispute is collecting the right evidence. Whether you are fighting a legal battle in the courts, trying to get services for your child with the school district or convincing your insurance company that they should pay your claim, having clear, concise organized data is essential.

Finding Joy

Featured by Future of Therapy, posted in Anxiety, CBT, Depression, Pandemic, Stress Management

These days, there's a lot of talk about finding joy. Hah! you say. That is easier said than done, especially in the middle of a pandemic. How do you define joy? To me, joy is that peaceful, contentment that resides deep within us. Try some of these tried and true strategies to help you find … Continue reading Finding Joy

Record Keeping for Special Needs and Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)

Featured by Future of Therapy, posted in Family, Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), Special Needs

Good record keeping is an essential part of the special education process. Parents should save important records in an organized way to use for special education planning and to keep track of their child’s educational progress. Keeping records also helps when you think IEP goals are not evolving. If you can pull out an IEP … Continue reading Record Keeping for Special Needs and Individualized Education Plans (IEPs)

Looking for love. What are you looking for?

by Future of Therapy, posted in Anxiety, CBT, Couples, Divorce, Family

We all find ourselves looking for love. From the time that we are born, we seek connection with others whether it be spouses, friends or family. What is it that we are really seeking? We want to be seen One of the most meaningful things anyone can ever say to us is “I see you.” … Continue reading Looking for love. What are you looking for?