Our Mental Health & Wellness Blog

myTherapyNYC Blog

Our therapists’ latest thoughts on a variety of mental health topics, including blogs on anxiety,

depression, LGBTQ+ issues, and more!

myTherapyNYC Blog

Our therapists’ latest thoughts on a variety of mental health topics, including blogs on anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+ issues, and more!

doing shadow work for sexuality

Shadow Work for Sexuality: Moving Beyond Shame and Repression

Feeling shame or repression around your sexuality? Discover how shadow work can help you explore these feelings and embrace yourself.

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joy in therapeutic relationship

Finding Joy in the Therapeutic Relationship [Video]

While we process emotional pain in therapy, there is also positivity. Watch this video to learn about joy in the therapeutic relationship.

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couple with sex drive

Concerned About Your Sex Drive? 5 Things to Ask Yourself

Are you worried about your sex drive being too low? Read this blog to learn how our sex drives fluctuate and what is/isn't cause for concern.

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adults being playful

4 Surprising Ways Adult Playfulness Improves Life Satisfaction

When was the last time you did an activity just for the fun of it? Read this blog to learn how to embrace adult playfulness.

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man depressed at work

Depression in the Workplace: When Work Feels Impossible

Do you struggle with depression in the workplace? Read this blog to learn more about managing mental health at work.

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two women practicing anger management

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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man at a political protest engaging in activism and mental health

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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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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building self-esteem

How to Build Self-Esteem [Video]

Do you struggle with feeling confident? Watch this video blog to learn how to build self-esteem and start to have more self-love.

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girl in a codependent relationship

Are You in a Codependent Relationship? Learn about the Signs.

Do you think you're in a codependent relationship? Read this blog to learn more about codependency and how to foster healthy relationships.

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lgbtq flag and church

When Love Became Conditional: Religious Trauma for LGBTQ+ People

Have you experienced religious trauma as an LGBTQ+ person? Read this blog to learn more about how you can move toward healing.

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people protecting mental health

5 Tips for Coping With Political Stress

Is the political climate taking a toll? This blog explores ways you can protect your mental health when experiencing political stress.

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why is dating hard

Why is Dating So Hard? It’s Not Just You

Do you struggle with dating? This blog explores why dating is so hard and shares how we can find meaningful and lasting relationships.

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social media and mental health

Social Media and Mental Health: The Good and the Bad!

It’s 2020 and social media platforms have become a big part of our everyday lives. Did you wake up today and immediately check your phone? Did you go to bed checking your Instagram feed before falling asleep? For most people, no matter what a given

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goal setting

Goal Setting and Goal Adjustment: The 4 R’s

As humans, our lives are ever evolving. The person we were a few weeks ago may not be the exact same person we are today. This can be true on a small scale or on a larger scale. We are constantly confronted with different obstacles,

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LGBTQ family building

The Basics of LGBTQ Family Building [Video]

The Basics of LGBTQ Family Building [Transcript] Hi my name is Pamela and I’m a psychotherapist at myTherapyNYC. Today I want to talk to you about the basics of LBGTQ family building. You might have some ideas about ways that building a family as an

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Feeling pride

Feeling Pride During the Pandemic

It’s hard to believe that, just one year ago, New York City was preparing to celebrate 50 years of Pride. This year, as Pride celebrations are cancelled or taken online, that worldwide celebration that brought millions of people in the LGBTQ+ community and their allies

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Anti Racism Resources

We Stand with the Black Lives Matter Movement

To our beloved community, The staff therapists at myTherapyNYC have all been shaken by the recent killings of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Tony McDade at the hands of the police officers, as well as the murder of Ahmaud Arbery by militant citizens. These are

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self esteem

Building Self-Esteem in Therapy

Exploring and stabilizing self-esteem is often at the heart of psychotherapy. Clients share a great deal with their therapist over the course of treatment. Over time, this experience can allow the client to feel a sense of genuine acceptance and respect. In the therapeutic relationship,

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renegotiating

Refresh Your Relationship by Renegotiating It [Video]

Refresh Your Relationship by Renegotiating It [Transcript] Today I’m here to talk to you about refreshing your relationship by renegotiating it. We all grow and change. With that being said, it’s normal to grow and change while being in a relationship. There’s this unspoken belief

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work mindfulness

Reduce Work Stress Through Mindfulness

We live in a world where the boundaries of work and life are blurring. The term “work-life integration” has become the norm and the stress of the 24-hour connection to our jobs can take a toll on our wellness. Especially during this time in which

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Trauma-trigger

What is a Trauma Trigger?

Trauma triggers are a well-researched phenomenon. However, the word “triggered” can make people uncomfortable. For some, to say that a person is “triggered” is a shorthand way of saying that they are weak, dramatic, and far-too-sensitive. This common misuse can have devastating impacts for those

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managing anxiety

Managing Anxiety Using Scenes of Nature

Many people living in New York City have a love/hate relationship with their environment. On one hand, New York City is an exciting place that always has something entertaining to offer. Yet, on the other hand, living in “the city that never sleeps” can be

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self-care

Survive with Self-Soothing; Thrive with Self-Care

We can experience immense pressure in our day-to-day lives. We want to show up as our best selves for our work, relationships, and ourselves. We can do so with regenerative practices in the form of self-care that contribute to a life worth living. There may

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depression-in-marrage

Depression in Marriage: It’s Okay to Not be Okay

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

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radical acceptance

What is Radical Acceptance? (And What is Not)

“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

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