{"id":5495,"date":"2022-03-24T07:28:00","date_gmt":"2022-03-24T12:28:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.creativesolutionsonline.org\/?p=5495"},"modified":"2025-07-08T18:59:25","modified_gmt":"2025-07-08T23:59:25","slug":"compulsive-shopping","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.creativesolutionsonline.org\/rebuild-csbh-sit\/compulsive-shopping\/","title":{"rendered":"Could You be a Compulsive Shopper?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"157\" loading=\"lazy\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/www.creativesolutionsonline.org\/rebuild-csbh-sit\/compulsive-shopping\/?tp_image_id=6004\" data-pin-nopin=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.creativesolutionsonline.org\/rebuild-csbh-sit\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/shopping-LI.png?resize=300%2C157&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Could you be a compulsive shopper?\" class=\"wp-image-6004\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.creativesolutionsonline.org\/rebuild-csbh-sit\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/shopping-LI.png?resize=300%2C157&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.creativesolutionsonline.org\/rebuild-csbh-sit\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/shopping-LI.png?resize=1024%2C535&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.creativesolutionsonline.org\/rebuild-csbh-sit\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/shopping-LI.png?resize=150%2C78&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.creativesolutionsonline.org\/rebuild-csbh-sit\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/shopping-LI.png?resize=768%2C401&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.creativesolutionsonline.org\/rebuild-csbh-sit\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/shopping-LI.png?resize=960%2C502&amp;ssl=1 960w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.creativesolutionsonline.org\/rebuild-csbh-sit\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/shopping-LI.png?w=1200&amp;ssl=1 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>What is compulsive shopping? It\u2019s not uncommon to treat yourself to a shopping trip every now and then. You might even feel a burst of happiness when you make a purchase, or you\u2019re able to get something you really want.&nbsp;The idea of \u2018retail therapy\u2019 is really something that can help put some people in a better mood. But, there\u2019s a fine line between buying things frequently and compulsive shopping.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And, that line matters.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p>Compulsive shopping is when you feel the urge to buy something and can\u2019t stop yourself, because the shopping has become a tool you use to manage uncomfortable feelings or situations.  You may not even realize that&#8217;s what you are doing, or how it started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So,&nbsp; how can you know if your buying habits are actually compulsive shopping? There are a few characteristics to keep in mind. Once you have a better understanding of your own habits, you can work on making healthy changes and getting to the root of the issue.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Signs of Compulsive Shopping<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The main idea behind compulsive shopping (or any other compulsive behavior, like drug\/alcohol additions, compulsive eating, etc.) is that it provides a sort of temporary relief. People who do it are looking for a way to make themselves feel better. Or, they might be trying to avoid negative emotions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, that good feeling from a purchase never lasts long. That\u2019s often what leads to buying more, spending more frequently, etc. What\u2019s worse, is that compulsive shoppers often feel guilt after they\u2019ve made frivolous or expensive purchases, which can lead to even stronger negative thoughts or feelings of depression.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What does compulsive shopping look like? Some of the most common signs include:&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>You have difficulty not making purchases, even if it\u2019s something you don\u2019t need<\/li><li>You\u2019re struggling with your finances<\/li><li>You\u2019re constantly looking online at shopping sites<\/li><li>There are problems in other areas of your life because of your preoccupation with shopping\/spending<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Another sign of a problem is if you prefer shopping alone, or you try to be \u201cdiscreet\u201d when you do. You may not want others to know about your habit, so if you find that you\u2019re trying to sneak around, consider that a red flag that you might be struggling with something more.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Understanding some of those signs can make it easier to realize you might have a problem. That doesn\u2019t mean it\u2019s always easy to accept. But, recognizing those issues is the first step in knowing if you\u2019re a compulsive shopper. Sometimes, it can take someone else to help you recognize those symptoms. So, don\u2019t be afraid to open up about your struggles with people you trust.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Deal With Your Compulsive Shopping<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Again, the best way to start treating your struggles with compulsive shopping is to find out why you might feel the need to do it. Studies have shown that compulsive shoppers tend to have lower self-esteem and get easily stressed. But, it\u2019s still crucial to determine what your personal &#8220;triggers&#8221; may be &#8211; what feelings or situations are hardest for you to experience without soothing yourself with buying something? Can you identify a pattern or theme in what initiates your shopping habits?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded\"><figure class=\"alignright size-medium is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" data-pin-url=\"https:\/\/www.creativesolutionsonline.org\/rebuild-csbh-sit\/compulsive-shopping\/?tp_image_id=6007\" data-pin-nopin=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.creativesolutionsonline.org\/rebuild-csbh-sit\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Blog-Pics-2-1-1.png?resize=225%2C225&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Think about the excuses you make about your compulsive shopping.\" class=\"wp-image-6007\" width=\"225\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.creativesolutionsonline.org\/rebuild-csbh-sit\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Blog-Pics-2-1-1.png?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.creativesolutionsonline.org\/rebuild-csbh-sit\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Blog-Pics-2-1-1.png?resize=1024%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.creativesolutionsonline.org\/rebuild-csbh-sit\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Blog-Pics-2-1-1.png?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.creativesolutionsonline.org\/rebuild-csbh-sit\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Blog-Pics-2-1-1.png?resize=768%2C768&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.creativesolutionsonline.org\/rebuild-csbh-sit\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Blog-Pics-2-1-1.png?resize=75%2C75&amp;ssl=1 75w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.creativesolutionsonline.org\/rebuild-csbh-sit\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Blog-Pics-2-1-1.png?resize=960%2C960&amp;ssl=1 960w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.creativesolutionsonline.org\/rebuild-csbh-sit\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Blog-Pics-2-1-1.png?w=1080&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Also consider paying attention to what you tell yourself about your purchases.  It is human nature to rationalize and make excuses for our bad habits.  Perhaps you tell yourself that you are saving money because everything you bought was on sale, but it&#8217;s still causing problems for you because you are having financial problems, or no where to store all those &#8220;bargains&#8221; you bought.  Perhaps you tell yourself that you are buying stuff for future projects, crafts, hobbies, or gifts that you plan to make, but somehow that never happens.  Paying attention to the half-truths you tell yourself that support your shopping habits can open up room for you to see where <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Behavioral therapy can help you get to the bottom of those issues. It can also help you manage those impulses and other symptoms that might go along with your buying habits. If you\u2019re continuously spending money and making purchases to make yourself feel better, changing those habits is necessary in order to keep yourself out of damaging situations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re worried that you might be compulsively shopping or you think you have a problem with it, feel free to contact me. Together, we\u2019ll work on getting to the underlying causes of your shopping habits. From there, we can focus on managing your symptoms.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You don\u2019t have to be worried if it feels like your compulsive shopping is taking over everything. With&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.creativesolutionsonline.org\/rebuild-csbh-sit\/anxiety\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">anxiety treatment<\/a>, you can take control once again, and learn to find healthier ways of coping with whatever is going on beneath the surface.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-contact-me\">Contact Me<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I know how stressful and demanding it can be to make changes in your life, but you don\u2019t have to figure it out on your own. &nbsp;&nbsp;Some of the benefits of individual therapy include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Having a safe, confidential space to work through life\u2019s struggles<\/li><li>Speaking openly with a highly-trained professional <\/li><li>Learning to be curious about oneself and become more mindful about your choices<\/li><li>Identifying relationship patterns that are helpful, or existing patterns that are interfering with your growth and wellbeing.<\/li><li>I offer <a href=\"https:\/\/www.creativesolutionsonline.org\/rebuild-csbh-sit\/what-is-online-counseling\/\"><strong>online therapy<\/strong><\/a> (video conference style of therapy), which provides an increased level of comfort as you could meet with me from the privacy and comfort of your own home or other location.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<!-- Start SimplePractice Booking Widget Embed Code -->\n<style>.spwidget-button-wrapper{text-align: center}.spwidget-button{display: inline-block;padding: 12px 24px;color: #fff !important;background: #058dc7;border: 0;border-radius: 4px;font-size: 16px;font-weight: 600;text-decoration: none}.spwidget-button:hover{background: #d15913}.spwidget-button:active{color: rgba(255, 255, 255, .75) !important;box-shadow: 0 1px 3px rgba(0, 0, 0, .15) inset}<\/style>\n<div class=\"spwidget-button-wrapper\"><a href=\"https:\/\/jennifer-tzoumas.clientsecure.me\" class=\"spwidget-button\" data-spwidget-scope-global=\"\" data-spwidget-autobind=\"\">Book Appointment with Jennifer Tzoumas<\/a><\/div>\n<!-- End SimplePractice Booking Widget Embed Code -->\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<!-- Start SimplePractice Booking Widget Embed Code -->\n<style>.spwidget-button-wrapper{text-align: center}.spwidget-button{display: inline-block;padding: 12px 24px;color: #fff !important;background: #058dc7;border: 0;border-radius: 4px;font-size: 16px;font-weight: 600;text-decoration: none}.spwidget-button:hover{background: #d15913}.spwidget-button:active{color: rgba(255, 255, 255, .75) !important;box-shadow: 0 1px 3px rgba(0, 0, 0, .15) inset}<\/style>\n<div class=\"spwidget-button-wrapper\"><a href=\"https:\/\/anthony-tzoumas.clientsecure.me\" class=\"spwidget-button\" data-spwidget-scope-global=\"\" data-spwidget-autobind=\"\">Book Appointment with Anthony Tzoumas<\/a><\/div>\n<!-- End SimplePractice Booking Widget Embed Code -->\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">You can request a specific appointment time that fits your schedule.  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