Woman’s World: Howie Mandel Opens up About His OCD: ‘When You’re Drowning, You Need To Say Help!’
Dr. Melissa contributes expert insights to Woman’s World in the piece on Howie Mandel, explaining how intrusive thoughts work in OCD, how they’re treated, and why speaking up matters for mental health awareness.
Washington Times: Researchers find mothers’ mental health declined faster during COVID-19
Dr. Melissa discusses a study featured in The Washington Times revealing that between 2016-2023, maternal mental health in the U.S. has worsened—especially for single, lower-income, and underinsured mothers—and calls for greater support and policy change.
Psychology Today: The Perfect Patient: How letting go of perfectionism in therapy creates meaningful change.
Explore Dr. Melissa’s feature in Psychology Today on how perfectionism can hinder therapeutic progress and why embracing imperfection paves the way for real change and self-acceptance.
