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Media Appearances "As Seen In"
The Chris and Amy Show on KMOX, "How do phobias develop? A mental health counselor weighs in",
Dr Justin Jacques, a mental health counselor with the Human Theory Group, joins Chris and Amy. He explains the origins of phobias and a unique way to treat them via exposure therapy. Dr. Jacques also explains the difference between legitimate phobias and generalized fear or anxiety.
Her Agenda, "5 Ways To Declutter Your Life Before The New Year",
The article encourages decluttering mental stress, bodily tension, unhealthy relationships, and digital dependency through mindfulness, boundary-setting, and reducing possessions, fostering meaningful personal growth.
The Epoch Times, "Singer Denounces Past Drug Use He Sang About in his Hit Song",
This article is about singer Mike Posner’s recent public rejection of drug use and materialism, as he reflects on his past lyrics and lifestyle choices with regret. It highlights his personal transformation from the party culture depicted in his hit song “I Took a Pill in Ibiza” to a more grounded, health-focused life. Experts weigh in on the impact of his message, noting both the potential risks and rewards of his shift in tone and audience.
TR!LL, "Heated Rivalry: How This Queer Story Speaks To The Larger Cultural Dating Dynamics Of Women",
The article argues that women’s intense fascination with the queer hockey romance Heated Rivalry reflects broader dissatisfaction with contemporary heterosexual dating and relationship dynamics. It suggests that watching two men navigate vulnerability, communication, and desire—without women doing the emotional labor—highlights what many women feel is missing in their own experiences with men.
PsychReg, "Psychological Therapy Shows Promise for Treatment-Resistant Depression, Review Finds",
Psychological therapies — especially mindfulness‑based cognitive therapy and CBT — meaningfully reduce symptoms even when multiple antidepressants haven’t helped. A review of 12 trials (723 adults) shows these approaches offer real benefit, and the authors argue that care pathways should integrate psychological therapy more fully while larger, longer studies determine which methods work best.
Men in Motion, "The Cost of Always Being On",
High‑performing men are often rewarded for habits that eventually mask burnout — pushing through fatigue, suppressing emotion, and staying productive at any cost. Dr. Justin Jacques, drawing on decades of clinical work, argues that many men become so conditioned to operate under pressure that early burnout signs go unnoticed, and that true performance depends on treating recovery as essential infrastructure.