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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holiday ebook

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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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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healing internalized homophobia

Healing Internalized Homophobia and Transphobia in Black Communities

Do you struggle with internalized homophobia? This blog explores how culture shapes our perceptions and shares what healing looks like.

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psychedelic mushrooms

Should I Try Psychedelics? Questions to Ask Yourself First

Have you been curious about psychedelics? Read this blog to learn about the benefits and risks of psychedelic therapy.

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