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No Excuses Podcast: Facing Your Fears with Dr. Zach Sikora, Psy.D

Author: Tough Mudder October 27, 2022
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In this episode, Sean Corvelle and Dr. Zach Sikora discuss all things “fear.” What is fear, why is it fear, and what are the benefits of facing your fears? Dr. Zach Sikora is a licensed Clinical Psychologist specializing in fear. Zach says, “it’s important that we experience fear because it keeps us safe.”

Dr. Sikora and Sean discuss 5 things you should know about fear, the difference between a Psychologist and a Psychiatrist, and what a Clinical Psychologist does. They talk about Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and the different types of fears such as anxiety and phobias. Want to learn how to cope with your fears? Listen to find out how on this episode of No Excuses.

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