Media Appearances

As a behavioral psychologist, clinical psychologist, confidence coach, and anxiety expert Larina enjoys sharing well-researched psychology principles with the public through the media. She comments on topics related to:

Fear, worry, stress, and anxiety
Childhood fears and phobias
Teenager and child confidence
Child school, sports, or sleep problems
The fear of public speaking
Emotional intelligence and leadership
Business relationships, networking, and marketing

Following are some of Larina’s media appearances:

Entrepreneur: Tip Over?

“If you’re considering adding a tip jar to your place of business, Kase advises, “Be clear on what the specific advantage is for the company.” If your aim is to attract and retain higher-quality employees who provide better customer service, consider the service you’re providing as well as the experience, says Kase. For example, tipping is the norm for bartenders, even if they’re just opening a beer bottle, but experience, ambience and a friendly smile can sometimes outweigh even the simplest of services–and bring out the wallet.”

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Entrepreneur: Staying Healthy to Stay in Business

“I recommend that entrepreneurs set realistic goals about what they can commit to and what they can accomplish given their busy schedules. Goals should be in the SMART format [specific, measurable, achievable, realistic and time limited] and should focus on the short-term rewards. For example, I can spend 40 minutes at the gym during my lunch break on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The benefits are returning to work with a clear head, increased energy and improved focus for the afternoon.”

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Small Business Success: It’s a Family Affair: Meet the Owners of 3 Family Businesses and Learn How They Keep it All Relative.

Torres Nichole E. (2006). It’s a Family Affair. Small Business Success Vol. 20. pp. 32-35. United States Business Administration.

“You might also try to bring in fresh talent to help spruce up your product or service, says Larina Kase founder of Performance & Success Coaching LLC, a business coaching company in Philadelphia. And try to encourage innovation by reviewing how you can improve, change or innovate quarterly or biannually. ‘If it becomes part of the mission of the company that we’re going to keep ahead of the curve, then those changes and that innovation is invited rather than resisted,’” says Kase. (p. 35)

Inc.: Getting the Most Out of Interns

Wellner, A. S. (September 2004). Getting the most out of interns. Inc. pp. 46-48.

“Keep in mind that the best of the best are in high demand and start-ups are often at a disadvantage. ‘It’s harder for small companies to find high-caliber interns,’ says Kase, ‘Often interns are attracted to large companies because that name is the one that will go on their resumes.’ Small firms must take extra time to craft an internship experience that will truly benefit the student’s career. In other words, forget about getting someone to make coffee and do the filing.” (p. 48)

Inc.: Are You Paying Yourself Enough?

Wellner, A. S. (November 2004.) Are you paying yourself enough? Inc. pp. 87-92.

“This wouldn’t be quite so difficult if compensation were merely another business decision says Larina Kase, a Philadelphia-based psychologist who counsels entrepreneurs. But it’s so highly charged. “All kinds of emotional issues come with anything having to do with money,’ she says. ‘Since there are no clear guidelines on what you should be compensating yourself, it’s even worse. Uncertainty makes for a great way for all of these issues to come to a head.” (p. 88)

SELF: Express or Suppress?

Rouss, S. (October 2004). Express or suppress? SELF magazine, p. 188.

“During a meeting, your boss takes credit for your work. Zip It: At least for the moment. Undermining her authority in front of others will make you seem defensive or aggressive. Instead, talk to her privately, especially if she is a regular thunder stealer. Kase suggests this: ‘I’d like to be recognized for me work. Can we discuss a way to make that happen on our next project?’” (p. 188)

SELF: Can Lateness be Cured?

Kemp, K. (May 2005.) Can lateness be cured? One tardy woman finds out. SELF magazine, p. 132.

“Kase tells me to keep a journal of my comings and goings for two weeks, noting when I’m early, late, or on time, and how it made me feel. “Hopefully you’ll notice how bad it feels to be late and vice versa, and that will be your incentive,” she says. She also tells me to plan on arriving early with an extra task to do when I get there instead of trying to finish everything before I head out.…The tactic worked—I actually got there 30 minutes early each and every class. That’s a lesson I’ll remember.”

MARIE CLAIRE: How to Survive a Mortifying Moment

Perron, C. (February 2006.) How to survive a mortifying moment. SELF Magazine, p. 168.

“‘People tend to be attuned to your reaction to a mistake than they are to the faux pas itself,’ says Philadelphia-based psychologist Larina Kase. Apologizing profusely, covering your face or otherwise overreacting will not only make people super-aware of your flub when they might have barely noticed otherwise.”

Women’s Day: Don’t Worry, Be Happy

Matlack, J. (August 2006.) Don’t worry be happy. Women’s Day, pp. 91, 94, 96.

“Instead of bottling up your concerns, talk them out with your partner or a supportive pal. ‘Sharing your worries helps you determine if they’re realistic or irrational,’ says Larina Kase, Psy.D., a psychologist in Philadelphia who specializes in anxiety disorders, and author of Anxious 9 to 5…Your friend may also offer a few helpful solutions, says Dr. Kase.” (p. 91)

SELF: Are You Afraid To Relax?

Tudino, C. (July 2006.) Are you afraid to relax? SELF, pp. 83-84.

“Rather than relishing a break, we’re tyrannized by thought of what we should be doing,” explains Larina Kase, Psy.D., a psychologist in Philadelphia. That, or we’re distracting ourselves from the things we don’t want to think about… “We all need unoccupied periods to get in touch with our gut, replenish our energy and remind ourselves of what is truly important to us. It’s easy to lose sight of the bigger picture and chase the wrong priorities if we’re caught up in minutiae,” Kase says. (p. 83-84)