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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ambivalence

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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Anger Management: What We Get Wrong About Anger [Video]

Do you find yourself getting angry easily? Watch this video blog to learn what anger is telling us and how to practice anger management.

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Activism and Mental Health: Ways to Balance and Avoid Burnout

Do you try to stay politically active but find you're getting burnt out? This blog explores how to protect your mental health as an activist.

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woman struggling with anxiety

High-Functioning Anxiety in Women: The Hidden Cost of Always Holding It Together

Do you struggle with high-functioning anxiety? Read this blog to learn what high-functioning anxiety in women looks like and what to do.

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