It's a commonly heard phrase: Stop being so sensitive. These words can be frustrating to hear, and for emotionally sensitive people, they often have the opposite of the desired effect. In The Emotionally Sensitive Person, a psychologist provides proven-effective cognitive behavioral and mindfulness techniques to help people who struggle with intense emotions. Readers will learn powerful tools for staying in the present moment, identifying emotional triggers, developing a strong and healthy identity, and experiencing overwhelming or uncomfortable emotions without acting out in an unhealthy way.