Kim Chronister, PsyD

Clinical Psychologist

Dr. Kim Chronister is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. She specializes in helping people struggling with substance abuse, relationship problems, eating disorders, and personality disorders. Dr. Chronister has contributed to and appeared on Access Hollywood, Investigation Discovery, and NBC News. She is the author of “Peak Mindset” and “FitMentality.”

Education

Doctor of Psychology (PsyD), Alliant International University
MA, Clinical Psychology, Alliant International University

Professional Achievements

Authored three books: FitMentality, Peak Mindset and Breakup Recovery
Built a following of 200k on TikTok, where she helps people recover from breakups

Certifications & Organizations

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Favorite Piece of Advice

Observe the main components of contentment and happiness according to positive psychology. These include activity, connection, meaning and purpose. If you add to these areas, you are more likely to increase feelings of contentment in your life.

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I have trouble asking for help (hypersensitive quality: pride)

It’s important that you understand that asking another person for help can be a compliment to them in many cases. Be sure to tell them that you know they are busy and you respect and are so grateful for their help. As long as they know that you respect their time, they will likely be open to your request. People typically get a dopamine spike when they help others as long as they know that they are respected and that it is a worthwhile favor.

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What should you say to break off a friendship?

Let the person that you are disappointed with the friendship and that you need some time to yourself.

How can I increase my motivation in life?

Be conscious of what you put on in the morning. Believe it or not, there's a term called "enclothed cognition," which means that you wear affects your motivation and performance.

How do you stay calm in difficult times?

Think about finding a therapist or life coach. You can also try bibliotherapy, which is where you read your therapy. In fact, certain books about positive psychology can provide strategies for contentment and de-stressing.

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