0
Skip to Content
Rene Psychology, PLLC
Home
About
Overview
Anxiety
OCD and reassurance patterns
Perfectionism
Executive function / ADHD
Parent support
Approach
Guides + Tools
Blog
FAQs
Contact
Client Portal
Rene Psychology, PLLC
Home
About
Overview
Anxiety
OCD and reassurance patterns
Perfectionism
Executive function / ADHD
Parent support
Approach
Guides + Tools
Blog
FAQs
Contact
Client Portal
Home
About
Folder: Services
Back
Overview
Anxiety
OCD and reassurance patterns
Perfectionism
Executive function / ADHD
Parent support
Approach
Guides + Tools
Blog
FAQs
Contact
Client Portal
Type A Personality or Anxiety? When Perfectionism Is Driven by Fear
Kirsten Rene 4/8/26 Kirsten Rene 4/8/26

Type A Personality or Anxiety? When Perfectionism Is Driven by Fear

Many high-achieving people see themselves as “Type A.” But sometimes what looks like drive and discipline is actually anxiety or perfectionism shaping the pattern underneath.

Read More
ADHD or Anxiety? Why You Procrastinate (and How to Tell the Difference)
Kirsten Rene 3/10/26 Kirsten Rene 3/10/26

ADHD or Anxiety? Why You Procrastinate (and How to Tell the Difference)

Procrastination isn’t always about laziness. For many teens and young adults, putting off tasks is connected to ADHD-related task initiation challenges or anxiety-driven avoidance. Understanding the difference can help you choose strategies that actually work.

Read More
Is It Anxiety? Why You Keep Checking (and Can’t Stop)
Kirsten Rene 3/4/26 Kirsten Rene 3/4/26

Is It Anxiety? Why You Keep Checking (and Can’t Stop)

OCD in teens and young adults often hides beneath patterns that look like anxiety. Learn how checking and reassurance loops form—and how identifying the cycle can change treatment.

Read More
Is Online Therapy Legit? How It Works, Effectiveness, and State Licensing Explained
Kirsten Rene 2/12/26 Kirsten Rene 2/12/26

Is Online Therapy Legit? How It Works, Effectiveness, and State Licensing Explained

Online therapy has become far more common in recent years, but many people still wonder how it works. This guide explains virtual therapy, effectiveness, licensing rules, and how agreements like PSYPACT affect care across states.

Read More
How to Know If a Therapist Is Right for You (Without Wasting Time)
Kirsten Rene 2/8/26 Kirsten Rene 2/8/26

How to Know If a Therapist Is Right for You (Without Wasting Time)

Finding the right therapist matters more than most people expect. This guide explains what a good therapeutic fit looks like and how to evaluate whether a therapist is the right match for you or your teen.

Read More
Why Reassurance Makes Anxiety Worse (Even When You’re Trying to Help)
Kirsten Rene 2/2/26 Kirsten Rene 2/2/26

Why Reassurance Makes Anxiety Worse (Even When You’re Trying to Help)

Reassurance can feel supportive in the moment, but over time it often strengthens anxiety. Learn why reassurance backfires with anxious teens and how parents can respond in more helpful ways.

Read More
Why Executive Function Struggles Aren’t a Motivation Problem
Kirsten Rene 1/27/26 Kirsten Rene 1/27/26

Why Executive Function Struggles Aren’t a Motivation Problem

Executive function struggles are often misunderstood as laziness or lack of motivation. This article explains what executive function actually is and why these challenges affect many teens and young adults.

Read More
Why Your Reactions to Feelings Matter More Than the Feelings Themselves
Kirsten Rene 1/25/26 Kirsten Rene 1/25/26

Why Your Reactions to Feelings Matter More Than the Feelings Themselves

Many people aren’t just struggling with anxiety — they’re struggling with how they respond to it. This post explores why reactions to feelings can become the real source of distress, and how changing that relationship can help.

Read More

Rene Psychology, PLLC

dr.rene@renepsychology.com
617-209-9927


Licensed in MA and WA

Providing telehealth across PSYPACT states