A lot of people know the feeling of being nervous before a presentation, a meeting, or even speaking up at work but for some, that anxiety can become overwhelming and start affecting careers, confidence, and everyday life. Psychotherapist Jonathan Berent has spent decades helping people understand and overcome workplace and

Jonathan Berent, LCSW, joins WBZ Boston Radio to discuss performance anxiety, social anxiety, and the fear of public speaking. Drawing from decades of clinical experience, Berent shares practical strategies for overcoming anxiety, building confidence, and improving communication under pressure. Listen Here

Stress at work may be common for many people. But persistent fears of being judged, appearing anxious or making mistakes can interfere with performance, mask talent and delay career advancement. Healio spoke with psychotherapist Jonathan Berent, LCSW, ACSW, author of “Work Makes Me Nervous,” to find out more about career

We explore the complexities of social anxiety with renowned psychotherapist Jonathan Berent. We delve into two contrasting cases: a high-achieving physician facing performance anxiety and a young adult paralyzed by avoidance. Jonathan shares insights on how trauma, perfectionism, and family dynamics contribute to social anxiety and discusses practical treatment strategies

Amy Lemley, 46, has spent most of her life feeling like a fraud. She remembers debilitating performance pressure even as a young child. When she believed she wasn’t strong in a subject, such as science or math, she’d avoid it, once refusing to do homework for months. Later, as a

Matt, an account executive at a major global public relations firm, had the ambition to rise to the top and the smarts to get there. But when he had to open his mouth at work, panic set in. “For something as simple as speaking up in a meeting, my face