What if there were a straightforward, accessible guide that could help you find greater peace of mind—without the need for costly therapy sessions, major schedule changes, or hours spent searching online for answers? This book offers a practical path to emotional well-being, personal growth, and deeper connection—both with oneself and others.
Recognizing that access to mental health supports can be limited by factors such as cost, stigma, or uncertainty about where to begin, this workbook offers an alternative: a condensed, short-term therapeutic program presented as an easy-to-follow guide.
Drawing on mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral tools, and positive psychology, the book helps readers cultivate greater awareness, confidence, and resilience in everyday life.
Designed to function as a personal trainer for your mind,
Stop Overthinking and Boost Your Mood, will equip you with the coping skills necessary to effectively manage stress and emotional challenges in a stressful world.
Through self-led exercises and practical strategies, readers will learn how to:
- Stay grounded in the present moment
- Reconnect with their authentic, confident self
- Navigate and regulate difficult emotions
- Naturally enhance mood by activating the brain’s “feel-good” chemicals—dopamine, serotonin, oxytocin, and endorphins
- Save time, energy, and financial resources by becoming their own short-term mental wellness coach
Ultimately, this book offers more than just insight—it provides a roadmap for living with authenticity, emotional strength, and presence. It’s a valuable companion for anyone ready to break free from old patterns and step into a more empowered, fulfilling version of themselves.
Kathleen Evans is presently a Licensed Mental Health Counselor working at Cornell University in Ithaca, NY. She earned her B.A. in Psychology from the Catholic University of America and her M.A. in Counseling Psychology from SUNY Albany. Over the years, Kathleen has worked in a variety of job roles in the mental health field, including vocational counseling, in-home family counseling, outpatient behavioral health, private practice, and college counseling centers.Kathleen utilizes psychoeducation, neuroscience, empowerment, and evidence-based practices to aid clients on their journey towards the greatest version of themselves. With humor and empathy, she uses a solution-focused, strength-based approach to holistic healing, starting with mindful awareness as a foundation. She believes in the power of healing for any individual through the practice of thought management, distress tolerance, and communication building. In her free time, you can find her enjoying the St. Lawrence River or watching the newest Bravo reality show.
