Read our therapists’ latest thoughts on a variety of mental health topics including blogs on anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+ issues, and more!
Have you ever been anxious for seemingly small things? This blog explains how evolution has shaped how we experience anxiety today.
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Do you want to better understand your sexuality? This blog explores how to use the erotic blueprint to increase pleasure and satisfaction.
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Have you experienced a loss without closure? Watch this video blog to learn how to navigate ambiguous loss and find ways to heal.
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Are you feeling stuck in your therapy? Watch this video blog to identify if your therapy is working and what to do if it's not!
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Are you interested in polyamory but don't know where to start? This blog explores how to be successful in your polyamorous relationship.
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Do you have fantasies about sexual submission or dominance? Read this blog to learn more about power exchange relationships.
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Tired of making New Years resolutions that are impossible to follow through with? Try a new approach - choose a word for the year!
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Does parenting take a physical and mental toll on you? Read this blog to learn how to navigate parental burnout!
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Do you struggle with intense fear or phobias? This blog provides strategies and treatment options for overcoming phobias.
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Do you watch porn while in a relationship? Watch this video blog to learn if watching porn is healthy for your relationship.
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Are you spending this holiday season alone? Read this blog to learn how to make the most of this holiday season and cherish you alone time!
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Does your family experience high conflict? Read this blog to explore how to navigate family tension during the holidays.
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Do you have a loved one with trauma? Read this blog to learn the impact of trauma and how to help someone with trauma.
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Have you struggled with intuitive eating? This blog explores how trauma can impact intuitive eating and gives us tools for healing.
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ADHD can cause executive dysfunction. Read this blog to learn more about ADHD and how to improve your executive functioning.
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Depression is often a very unexpected, unwelcome guest that forces its way into our lives. It affects what we may be thinking, feeling, and how we handle the tasks of our everyday life. One of the first signs of depression is loss of interest in
“Radical Acceptance rests on letting go of the illusion of control and a willingness to notice and accept things as they are right now, without judging” – Marsha M. Linehan What is one way that we can reduce our suffering while also increasing our sense
Ask a Therapist: Love and Relationships [Transcript] In this video, I answer some common questions that I receive from clients about love and relationships. The purpose of this is to help people understand their thoughts and feelings about love and relationships. My hope is that
We tend to place a high value on the concept of gratitude – and for good reason. Research suggests that practicing gratitude can be an effective way to reduce anxiety and depression by intentionally holding positive information in focus. While there are a number of
We all experience emotional distress. Whether the feeling is sadness, anger, or something else, sometimes emotions can be overwhelming. It can be challenging to find a way out of feeling this way. For many people, moments of emotional stress lead to wanting the feelings to
One great thing about the holiday season is the spirit of recognizing and giving back to the people and communities that enhance our lives. At myTherapyNYC, we are creating our own holiday tradition of giving back. Last year, our staff of therapists chose a list
How to Connect With Your Inner Child [Transcript] As adults, we typically don’t think about how our experiences as a child affect us in the present day. Generally, when we are feeling triggered or anytime we are feeling emotionally reactive to things, it usually stems
Find this video helpful?We would love for you to pass it along! Email | Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest | LinkedIn Ask a Therapist: Handling The Holiday Stress [Transcript] How do I deal with feeling isolated during the holidays? How do I deal with feeling isolated during the holidays? This can be really
The holiday season is generally a time for festivity and celebration, but it can be a particularly painful and sad time for those dealing with any type of grief or loss. Aside from the grief response following the death of an important loved one, grief
Find this video helpful?We would love for you to pass it along! Email | Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest | LinkedIn Ask a Therapist: Dealing with Family During the Holidays [Transcript] How do I deal with getting annoyed or frustrated with family members? My first thought about this is to validate this for
If spending time with family during the holiday season stresses you out or triggers you, you’re not alone! For many of us, visiting family might mean spending time, energy, or money in ways that don’t align with our values. We might have radically different political
The holidays can be a wondrous and joyous time for relaxing, spending time with loved ones, and celebrating the passing of another year. For many people, though, the holidays can also be stressful and hectic. It can be a time full of event planning, last
3 Reasons Why You Don’t Really Miss Your Ex [Transcript] In this blog, I will talk about why you think you miss your ex in those moments of vulnerability while forgetting the reasons why the relationship ended in the first place. Picture this: You meet
Obsessive thinking can be a lonely struggle, but it is something most people experience at some point in their lives. Perhaps you have experienced a trauma, a loss, or a breakup that you can’t stop thinking about. Maybe you find yourself worrying over and over
Many of my clients come to me with fears or uncertainty around expressing their emotions. We learn most of our conscious and unconscious behaviors early on in life. If some or all of our emotions were not validated growing up, it can seem daunting and
