Edward B Jenny Psy.D.

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Edward B Jenny Psy.D.

Providing high quality psychological services to adolescents and adults including personality assessment and psychotherapy.

01/28/2026

How to Know If Testing Your Child for Autism Is Appropriate

How to Know If Testing Your Child for Autism Is Appropriate A decision-making guide for families in Chester County, Pennsylvania Parents in Chester County often reach a quiet but critical crossroads. A pediatrician may say to monitor development. A teacher may note subtle social or communication differences. You may notice patterns at home that do not quite resolve with time....

How to Know If Testing Your Child for Autism Is Appropriate A decision-making guide for families in Chester County, Pennsylvania Parents in Chester County often reach a quiet but critical crossroa…

01/22/2026

Why Most New Year’s Resolutions Fail—and What Actually Works

Every January, millions of people set New Year’s resolutions with the hope that this will be the year things finally change. They resolve to eat healthier, exercise more, drink less, or become more productive. And then—by February—most of those goals quietly disappear. Research consistently shows that only about 8–9% of people who make New Year’s resolutions successfully maintain them in the long term…...

Every January, millions of people set New Year’s resolutions with the hope that this will be the year things finally change. They resolve to eat healthier, exercise more, drink less, or become mor…

01/15/2026

Exercise, Anxiety, Stress, and Practical Strategies for Support

Exercise can make us feel good, and according to recent research, it plays a decisive role in reducing anxiety and depression. A new review from the Cochrane Collaboration adds even more weight to that message. Researchers analyzed 73 randomized controlled trials involving nearly 5,000 people living with depression. Their conclusion was striking: exercise can be just as effective as medication or psychotherapy for reducing depressive symptoms....

Exercise can make us feel good, and according to recent research, it plays a decisive role in reducing anxiety and depression. A new review from the Cochrane Collaboration adds even more weight to…

01/08/2026

Year-End Reflection vs. Year-End Judgment: How to Reset Your Executive Brain for 2026

late December, many high-functioning professionals and everyday high-achievers across Chester County feel mentally depleted, even when the year looks successful on paper. Goals are reviewed, calendars close, and instead of clarity, many experience anxiety, self-criticism, or emotional shutdown. Parents replay missed family moments. Executives fixate on the one unmet metric rather than the nine achieved. This response is common and predictable....

late December, many high-functioning professionals and everyday high-achievers across Chester County feel mentally depleted, even when the year looks successful on paper. Goals are reviewed, calen…

12/24/2025

The Performative Happiness Trap

Why the Pressure to Feel Happy During the Holidays Can Leave You Feeling Disconnected The holidays are often portrayed as joyful, meaningful, and full of connection. Yet for many people, they feel stressed, emotionally heavy, or simply exhausted. If that sounds familiar, you are far from alone. Research shows that nearly 70 percent of adults feel pressure to appear happier than they actually feel during the holidays....

the Pressure to Feel Happy During the Holidays Can Leave You Feeling Disconnected The holidays are often portrayed as joyful, meaningful, and full of connection. Yet for many people, they feel str…

12/18/2025

High-Functioning Anxiety in Chester County

What It Looks Like and How to Treat It Many people in Chester County look calm, capable, and successful on the outside, yet feel constantly tense on the inside. They keep up with work, family, and responsibilities, but their mind rarely slows down. If you feel stuck in worry, pressure, or overthinking even when life is going well, you may be dealing with high-functioning anxiety....

What It Looks Like and How to Treat It Many people in Chester County look calm, capable, and successful on the outside, yet feel constantly tense on the inside. They keep up with work, family, and…

12/11/2025

5 Signs You’d Benefit from Therapy Even If You’re “Functioning.”

By Edward Jenny & Associates | Serving Kennett Square and Chester County, PA Many people believe therapy is only needed when life feels unmanageable. In reality, therapy can be extremely helpful long before stress reaches a breaking point. Even when you are meeting responsibilities and appearing fine on the outside, you may still be carrying emotional or mental strain that deserves support....

Edward Jenny & Associates | Serving Kennett Square and Chester County, PAMany people believe therapy is only needed when life feels unmanageable. In reality, therapy can be extremely helpful l…

12/04/2025

The Deep Insight Model: A New Way to Understand Yourself Through Therapy

Most people come to therapy carrying two burdens: the emotional pain itself, and the quiet belief that they should be coping better, feeling differently, or “getting over it” faster. These internal messages are what clinicians call pathogenic beliefs—the thoughts that unintentionally create more suffering. Feeling shame about your symptoms or struggles is completely human, but it can keep you stuck....

people come to therapy carrying two burdens: the emotional pain itself, and the quiet belief that they should be coping better, feeling differently, or “getting over it” faster. These internal mes…

11/24/2025

Holiday Communication Challenges and How to Navigate Them with Confidence

the holidays approach, many people look forward to celebrating and reconnecting with loved ones. At the same time, this season often brings communication challenges that can create stress and tension. Family roles shift, expectations rise, and small misunderstandings can turn into conflict if no one steps in with clarity and calm. The good news is that research across psychology, communication studies, and family therapy shows that communication can improve when people use structured skills, assertive language, and healthy boundaries....

the holidays approach, many people look forward to celebrating and reconnecting with loved ones. At the same time, this season often brings communication challenges that can create stress and tens…

11/20/2025

Holiday Stress, Family Dynamics, and Mental Well-Being: What Really Happens This Time of Year

From late October through New Year’s Day, people often move through a packed stretch of celebrations, school activities, family gatherings, shopping lists, and pressure to “make it special.” Outwardly, it’s portrayed as a joyful time. In reality, this part of the year brings a noticeable rise in stress, worry, and emotional strain for many adults. When we look closely at what people experience during this season, it becomes clear why so many feel overwhelmed....

late October through New Year’s Day, people often move through a packed stretch of celebrations, school activities, family gatherings, shopping lists, and pressure to “make it special.” Outwardly,…

11/13/2025

Have you ever felt stuck, like no matter what you do, nothing seems to change? That feeling is called learned helplessness. It can happen when someone goes through repeated stress or disappointment and starts to believe that their actions don’t make a difference. Over time, it can drain energy, hope, and motivation. The good news is that this mindset can change....

you ever felt stuck, like no matter what you do, nothing seems to change? That feeling is called learned helplessness. It can happen when someone goes through repeated stress or disappointment and…

10/30/2025

What Is I-CBT? When someone has Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), their brain often gets stuck in a cycle of “what if” thoughts—like “What if I left the stove on?” or “What if I hurt someone without realizing it?” Even when there’s no real evidence, these doubts can feel completely real. Inference-Based CBT (I-CBT) is a type of therapy created specifically for OCD....

Is I-CBT? When someone has Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), their brain often gets stuck in a cycle of “what if” thoughts—like “What if I left the stove on?” or “What if I hurt someone without…

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