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Behind the Mask
Hardcover
$31.00
Available on May 18, 2027 | 272 Pages
An insightful guide to recognizing anxiety’s top ten disguises in our lives—from renowned clinical psychologist, trauma researcher, and ordained minister Dr. Thema Bryant
Many of us feel the effects of anxiety in our daily lives—whether we feel afraid, hopeless, despairing, or otherwise suffer from dis-ease. But until we pause and reflect on what’s really going on, we can’t understand it, uproot it, and heal from it in a deep and meaningful way.
In this wise and practical guide, Dr. Thema Bryant brings together clinical experience, psychological research, and spiritual wisdom to shed light on this common challenge and help readers feel less alone in their struggle to heal.
You’ll discover the ten masks of anxiety, which include:
Told through diverse and relatable stories, practical insights, and meditation or prayer prompts, this is a book to read, reflect on, and share with fellow cojourners who are also on the path to unmasking anxiety and truly healing from it.
Many of us feel the effects of anxiety in our daily lives—whether we feel afraid, hopeless, despairing, or otherwise suffer from dis-ease. But until we pause and reflect on what’s really going on, we can’t understand it, uproot it, and heal from it in a deep and meaningful way.
In this wise and practical guide, Dr. Thema Bryant brings together clinical experience, psychological research, and spiritual wisdom to shed light on this common challenge and help readers feel less alone in their struggle to heal.
You’ll discover the ten masks of anxiety, which include:
- Perfectionism
- Procrastination
- Somatic Complaints
- Trust Issues
- Overextending and Lack of Boundaries
- Emotional Numbing or Dysregulation
- Hypervigilance
- Self-Sabotage
- Settling
- Shame
Told through diverse and relatable stories, practical insights, and meditation or prayer prompts, this is a book to read, reflect on, and share with fellow cojourners who are also on the path to unmasking anxiety and truly healing from it.
Author
Thema Bryant, Ph.D.
Thema Bryant, Ph.D., a renowned psychologist, author, professor, sacred artist, and minister, weaves together psychology, spirituality, and social justice as she illuminates paths to healing, liberation, and love. Dr. Bryant completed her doctorate in clinical psychology at Duke University and her postdoctoral training at Harvard Medical Center’s Victims of Violence Program. Currently a tenured professor at Pepperdine University, Dr. Bryant directs the Culture and Trauma Research Laboratory and imparts wisdom to future generations of healers and leaders. Beyond the classroom, Dr. Bryant’s influence extends far and wide. Her role as the former president of the American Psychological Association in 2023 underscores her commitment to advancing the field of psychology and advocating for mental health equity. Dr. Bryant, host of The Homecoming Podcast, is a mother of two phenomenal children and lives in Los Angeles on land cultivated by the Tongva people.
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