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Author: Meredith Liss, MA, RD, CDN, CDE

How to Eat Healthy during the Holiday Season

Don’t just sit there, do something! Unwanted weight gain is NOT a side effect of the holidays. Rather than worrying about recipe modifications (you know

December 2, 2014

What is the Best Way to Lose Weight?

Everyone has an opinion. Anyone who has successfully lost weight would assure you that you must do exactly what he or she did; however, if

April 16, 2014

The Do’s and Don’ts of Dining while Dating

We’ve all been there, and hopefully will be again. You’ve made the dinner date, sparks are in the air…and here comes the panic. Who will

January 15, 2014

How to Eat Healthy during the Holiday Season

Don’t just sit there, do something! Unwanted weight gain is NOT a side effect of the holidays. Rather than worrying about recipe modifications (you know

Meredith Liss, MA, RD, CDN, CDE December 2, 2014

What is the Best Way to Lose Weight?

Everyone has an opinion. Anyone who has successfully lost weight would assure you that you must do exactly what he or she did; however, if

Meredith Liss, MA, RD, CDN, CDE April 16, 2014

The Do’s and Don’ts of Dining while Dating

We’ve all been there, and hopefully will be again. You’ve made the dinner date, sparks are in the air…and here comes the panic. Who will

Meredith Liss, MA, RD, CDN, CDE January 15, 2014

Biphobia Explained: What It Is and How It Affects Mental Health [Video]

Do you struggle with feeling valid in your bisexuality? Watch this video blog to better understand biphobia and bi erasure.

By Emily D'AmoreJune 25, 2026

Four Ways to be an LGBTQ+ Ally Beyond Pride Month

Supporting the LGBTQ+ Community can be more than showing up during Pride month. This blog includes how to be an LGBTQ+ ally all year long.

By Don McCarthy - NYC TherapistJune 18, 2026

How to Cope with LGBTQ+ Discrimination and Microaggressions

Have you experienced LGBTQ+ discrimination or microaggressions? Read this blog to learn how to better cope and receive support.

By Kuzé DavilaJune 11, 2026

Biphobia Explained: What It Is and How It Affects Mental Health [Video]

Do you struggle with feeling valid in your bisexuality? Watch this video blog to better understand biphobia and bi erasure.

By Emily D'Amore — June 25, 2026

Four Ways to be an LGBTQ+ Ally Beyond Pride Month

Supporting the LGBTQ+ Community can be more than showing up during Pride month. This blog includes how to be an LGBTQ+ ally all year long.

By Don McCarthy - NYC Therapist — June 18, 2026

How to Cope with LGBTQ+ Discrimination and Microaggressions

Have you experienced LGBTQ+ discrimination or microaggressions? Read this blog to learn how to better cope and receive support.

By Kuzé Davila — June 11, 2026

5 Signs Political Stress Is Impacting Your Mental Health [Video]

Do you find yourself reading the news and feeling overwhelmed? This video blog shares signs that political stress is impacting mental health.

By Andrew Gordon — June 4, 2026

Can AI Therapy Replace a Real Therapist?

Have you ever used chatGPT as your therapist? This blog explores AI therapy and how it can be helpful, but it can't replace a real therapist.

By Sam Fogarty — May 28, 2026

Can Trauma be Passed Down? Understanding Intergenerational Trauma

Have you noticed the impacts of intergenerational trauma? This blog explores how trauma can be passed down in families and how to heal.

By Julie Hoffmann — May 21, 2026

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