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Why Gen-X Never Had FOMO (And What That Means for Today’s Teens)
FOMO, or Fear Of Missing Out, is everywhere these days. Teens and young adults feel pressured to be at every event, try every trend, and...

Dr. Zackery Tedder
Oct 33 min read


Recognizing the Red Flags: A Parent’s Guide to Early Warning Signs of Teen Substance Use
Parenting a teenager has never been easy. But if you’ve found yourself worrying about changes in your teen’s behavior, mood, or social...

Dr. Zackery Tedder
Jul 252 min read


When Is It Time to Seek Professional Help for Your Teen? A Guide for Parents Facing Out-of-Control Behaviors
Parenting a teenager is never easy, but when your child’s behaviors spiral into things like substance use, self-harm, aggression, or...

Dr. Zackery Tedder
Jul 212 min read


Licensed. At Last.
A reflection by Zackery A. Tedder, Psy.D. In 2006, I walked into my first undergraduate psychology course at the community college with a...

Dr. Zackery Tedder
Jul 32 min read


The Attorney’s Guide to Working with Forensic Experts: Process, Pitfalls, and Best Practices
Attorneys across Austin and Central Texas regularly rely on forensic psychologists for evaluations, risk assessments, and expert...

Dr. Zackery Tedder
Jun 63 min read


What Kids Are Carrying: Online Dangers and the Healing Power of Therapy
It used to be that the scariest part of childhood happened out in the world. Things like stranger danger , hallway bullies, or what might...

Dr. Zackery Tedder
May 73 min read


New Online Training: Understanding Schizophrenia & Serious Mental Illness (SMI)Now Available On-Demand! Plus, Big Things Are Coming
We’re excited to announce that our highly requested training, “Seeing the Signs: Identifying and Differentiating Schizophrenia Spectrum...

Dr. Zackery Tedder
May 52 min read


Now Is the Time to Break Out: How Familiarity Risk Management Can Change Everything
This weekend was different. And honestly, it was better, mostly because we finally broke out of our familiar patterns. We went to a...

Dr. Zackery Tedder
Apr 282 min read


When Familiar Hurts: Narcissistic Abuse, NPD, and the Risks We Don’t See
I was having a conversation yesterday where these thoughts came into mind. It was a story I hear often where people lost sight of...

Dr. Zackery Tedder
Apr 242 min read


Familiarity isn’t just a feeling. It’s a strategy.
In a world that feels more uncertain by the day due to rising costs, divided politics, and a climate of exhaustion, many people are...

Dr. Zackery Tedder
Apr 232 min read


Why We Repeat What Hurts
We don’t repeat painful patterns because we’re broken. We repeat them because they’re familiar. This can be difficult to admit,...

Dr. Zackery Tedder
Apr 153 min read


Why Join the Membership?
What You Get When You Stay Connected If you’ve been following the work I’ve been building (especially around psychosis, serious mental...

Dr. Zackery Tedder
Apr 102 min read


Exciting Trainings and Workshops Coming Soon
Spring is always a time for new beginnings, and this spring sure is shaping up to be an energizing season complete with growth and...

Dr. Zackery Tedder
Mar 272 min read


The Friendship Fracture: How COVID Rewired Our Social Instincts
Cross-Posted from LinkedIn In March 2020, the world shut down, and our ability to form friendships seemed to vanish overnight. Before...

Dr. Zackery Tedder
Mar 105 min read


Why KAP-I Works for Texas Vets
IV bag hanging in a hospital hallway, with medical staff in the background. Veterans in Texas face unique challenges when it comes to...

Dr. Zackery Tedder
Mar 103 min read


Training Clinicians & Consultation: Elevating Psychological Practice
In the ever-evolving field of psychology, ongoing training, mentorship, and expert consultation are critical for clinicians who want to...

Dr. Zackery Tedder
Mar 92 min read


Forensic Expertise: Your Legal Defense Partner
In high-stakes legal cases, the right forensic psychological evaluation can mean the difference between uncertainty and clarity,...

Dr. Zackery Tedder
Mar 92 min read


Comprehensive Psychological Services for All Ages
Mental health needs evolve throughout life, and finding the right support at the right time can make all the difference. Whether...

Dr. Zackery Tedder
Mar 92 min read


Unlocking the Benefits of Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy
Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) is a cutting-edge approach that combines the benefits of psychotherapy with the unique properties...

Dr. Zackery Tedder
Mar 93 min read
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