Author: Juan Olmedo, LCSW - NYC Therapist

how trauma gets passed along

How Trauma Gets Passed Along

“I am what time, circumstance, history, have made of me, certainly, but I am also, much more than that. So are we all.” -James Baldwin

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Managing Holiday Expectations

Before the holidays even begin, decorations go up in public places and the radio begins to bombard us with cheery music about sleigh bells, carriage

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2 Ways to Deal With Ambivalence

What comes to mind when you think of ambivalence? For many it can have a negative connotation: fence sitting, indecisiveness, confusion, contradiction. It implies you

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How to Get Through a Breakup

How to Get Through a Breakup

The right relationship can be a source of joy and deep satisfaction and can even help you live a longer and healthier life. So when

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Marijuana and Mental Health: Finding Balance and Wellness

Have you ever wondered the impact marijuana has on your mental health? Read this blog to explore the benefits and consequences of marijuana.

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Do I Have ADHD? How to Recognize the Signs

Do you ever find yourself asking, "Do I have ADHD?" Read this blog to learn about the signs of ADHD and what to do if you think you have it.

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childhood emotional neglect

Invisible Wounds: How Emotional Neglect Shapes Mental Health [Video]

This video blog explored how emotional neglect in childhood impacts adult mental health and how we can move toward healing.

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