How OCD & Eating Disorder Therapist Dana Colthart is Shaping the Mental Health Conversation Online
Dana Colthart, a licensed therapist based in New Jersey, is making a powerful impact in how we talk about mental health, from OCD and eating disorder recovery to relationships, productivity, and self-care. As the founder of a group therapy practice alongside two other clinicians specializing in couples therapy and ADHD, Dana's voice is increasingly featured across high-profile media platforms.
Here’s a roundup of recent articles where Dana Colthart is quoted, offering insight, empathy, and actionable advice to readers navigating a variety of mental health challenges.
1. How to Talk to Kids About Natural Disasters
In Hola!, Dana shares advice on speaking to children in age-appropriate ways about traumatic events. Her guidance helps parents create safety and stability during unpredictable times, a crucial skill in building emotional resilience early in life.
2. Helping Someone With Depression
In this U.S. News & World Report article, Dana offers expert input on how to support a loved one struggling with depression, without enabling or overwhelming them. Her nuanced advice emphasizes listening, empathy, and setting healthy boundaries.
3. Why You Always Want to Redecorate
In Yahoo Life, Dana explains the psychology behind our urge to refresh our spaces. Whether it’s a coping mechanism or a dopamine-driven desire, she explores how our mental health influences our environment and vice versa.
4. Dopamine Anchoring: The TikTok Productivity Hack
In Bustle, Dana breaks down the dopamine anchoring trend. She explains how pairing tasks with positive stimuli can boost motivation, especially useful for individuals with ADHD, a key specialty of her group practice.
5. Summer Self-Care Tips
Dana is also featured in this CSUN article and again in Everyday Health, both of which highlight summer self-care routines that are supportive, accessible, and grounded in therapeutic principles. These insights are essential for anyone looking to avoid burnout and maintain mental wellness during the busier seasons.
6. Colorado Behavioral Healthcare Council’s June Newsletter
In this CBHC newsletter, Dana’s input focuses on broader community mental health topics—proving her dedication to not just one-on-one therapy but also public education and advocacy.
7. Expert Productivity Tips
Dana contributes to The Vitamin Shoppe’s blog, offering practical strategies for staying on task, reducing overwhelm, and aligning productivity with mental health. Her advice is especially useful for those juggling ADHD symptoms or executive dysfunction.
8. Understanding Narcissism & Emotional Dynamics
Dana’s insight is quoted in two pieces diving deep into narcissism and emotional relationships. In Psych Central, she unpacks how narcissists may manipulate vulnerability. In Aglow Lifestyle, she discusses the nuanced power dynamics between narcissists and highly sensitive individuals.
9. Natural Remedies for Anxiety
In Dr. John La Puma’s blog, Dana explores natural, research-backed remedies for anxiety, including mindfulness techniques and lifestyle adjustments that work alongside or in place of medication for some.
10. Can You Be Addicted to Stress?
In Mel Magazine, Dana breaks down the concept of stress addiction, why we might unknowingly seek chaos and how to gently recalibrate toward balance.
11. Fighting Better in Relationships
In this Café Mom article, Dana offers compassionate but firm advice on how couples can navigate conflict more productively. This connects directly with her group practice’s focus on couples therapy and building communication tools that last.
12. Why "No" Can Be a Powerful Answer
Finally, in this empowering Medium post, Dana reminds us that “no” can be a complete sentence, and a key part of maintaining mental and emotional boundaries.
Meet Dana Colthart: OCD & Eating Disorder Therapist in New Jersey
Dana Colthart is a licensed mental health professional specializing in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and eating disorders. Based in New Jersey, Dana also leads a group practice where her colleagues provide ADHD therapy and couples counseling. Through both individual sessions and media appearances, Dana is known for her clear, compassionate voice, and her ability to make mental health more relatable, understandable, and actionable.
Want to Work With Dana or Her Team?
If you or someone you know is struggling with OCD, eating disorders, relationship challenges, or ADHD, Dana’s practice is accepting new clients. Their approach is evidence-based, supportive, and tailored to each individual’s needs.
Reach out today to learn more or schedule a consultation.
