Category: Imposter Syndrome Therapy | CBT Therapy

7 Ways Uncertainty Fuels Imposter Syndrome (and What You Can Do About It)

CBT Kent, Imposter Syndrome Therapy, Self-doubt / dwatkins

How the Intolerance of Uncertainty fuels Imposter Syndrome We all deal with uncertainty. But if you find yourself constantly second-guessing, worrying what others think, or over-preparing to avoid mistakes, it’s likely that uncertainty isn’t just present—it feels risky, uncomfortable, and unbearable. This is what I often see at the heart of imposter syndrome: a struggle […]

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Why Imposter Syndrome is More Normal Than You Think – And What You Can Do About It

ACT, Imposter Syndrome Therapy / dwatkins

Why Imposter Syndrome Is More Normal Than You Think – And What You Can Do About It You might look capable and confident on the outside, but inside, there’s a quiet voice whispering: “What if I’m not really good enough? What if they’re about to find out I’m faking it?” That feeling has a name

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How Imposter Syndrome Can Impact Your Work

Imposter Syndrome Therapy, Work-Stress / dwatkins

The Hidden Cost of Imposter Syndrome at Work (And How to Break Free) You might look like you’ve got it all together on the outside – competent, calm, capable.But inside? It’s a different story. Quiet self-doubt, second-guessing, and a fear that at some point, you’ll be exposed as not good enough. If this sounds familiar,

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Which Type of Imposter Are You? Understanding the 5 Patterns Identified by Dr Valerie Young

Dean Watkins Therapy, Imposter Syndrome Therapy, Perfectionism / dwatkins

Which Type of Imposter Are You? Understanding the 5 Patterns Identified by Dr Valerie Young Imposter syndrome can show up in all sorts of sneaky and frustrating ways, and often without us even realising that’s what’s happening. One moment you’re doing well on the outside, the next you’re questioning your worth, brushing off compliments, or

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Self-Compassion & Acceptance: Key Ingredients in Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

ACT, CFT, Dean Watkins Therapy, Imposter Syndrome Therapy, Self-doubt / dwatkins

Self-Compassion & Acceptance: Key Ingredients in Overcoming Imposter Syndrome Introduction Imposter syndrome often shows up like a persistent inner critic. You’ve worked hard, earned your place, and yet there’s that lingering thought: “What if I’m not actually good enough?” It can feel like you’re one step away from being exposed as a fraud even when

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The Three Circles: Understanding the Emotional Systems Behind Imposter Syndrome

CBT Kent, CFT, Imposter Syndrome Therapy, Self-doubt / dwatkins

The Three Circles: Understanding the Emotional Systems Behind Imposter Syndrome When you’re caught in the grip of imposter syndrome, it can feel like a constant battle in your mind — the fear of being exposed, the pressure to prove yourself, the struggle to feel calm or confident. Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) offers a helpful way

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