Our therapists’ latest thoughts on a variety of mental health topics, including blogs on anxiety,
depression, LGBTQ+ issues, and more!
Our therapists’ latest thoughts on a variety of mental health topics, including blogs on anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+ issues, and more!
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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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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Do you struggle with depression in the workplace? Read this blog to learn more about managing mental health at work.
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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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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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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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Do you struggle with internalized homophobia? This blog explores how culture shapes our perceptions and shares what healing looks like.
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Have you been curious about psychedelics? Read this blog to learn about the benefits and risks of psychedelic therapy.
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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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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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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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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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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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Do you struggle with feeling valid in your bisexuality? Watch this video blog to better understand biphobia and bi erasure.
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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.
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Our lives are always changing: a new job, a new friendship or relationship, an illness, a graduation, or even the loss of a loved one are all different types of transitions. Transitions come in all shapes and sizes. A larger scale transition like a break
“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 Trauma is defined as a distressing or disturbing experience resulting in an emotional response. This can include violence in your
Why do we always feel like we can’t get everything done that we need to? No matter how hard we try, the to-do list never seems to end. Time management is a skill that so many of us struggle with in our daily routines. So,
Coming out and living life fearlessly and joyfully is rarely just one step. Typically, it’s a process involving many bold steps and a commitment to living a liberated life. While the process of coming out is liberating, it is not a one-way ticket to a
From a very young age, each of us has been asked the question, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” Instead, I prefer to ask, “Who do you get to be?” This is a more powerful question because our ‘beingness’ is
In meditation classes, newer practitioners often ask the question, “How do I quiet my mind?” Following a practice, new students often comment, “My mind won’t stop!” Meditation is a practice of calming the body and mind using breath awareness. Meditation isn’t about stopping the mind, rather
Every year when January 1st rolls around, you tend to hear two phrases: Happy New Year! Followed by the question, “What’s your new year’s resolution?” After all, what better time to change into a “new you” than a new year? According to research, about half
Your brain is only about 2% of your body weight, but it uses about 20% of your energy every day. It makes sense to take as good care of it as many of us do of our bodies. Here are some things you can do for
My favorite day of the year is January 1st. I remember when I was in my 20s and waking up in my Brooklyn shared apartment, and thinking “Ah, I have nothing I need to do today.” This remains true to this day. I love the
Tis the season to be jolly… isn’t that what they say? Holidays are one of the most stressful times of the year. There are plenty of demands and expectations put upon us that can be anxiety producing. Family and friends want the celebrations to be
Although the holidays are intended to leave us feeling fulfilled, loved, and accomplished, they often leave us feeling more stress than pleasure. Many people are concerned with the amount of time they need to spend with family members during the holidays, and often feel a
For many of us, our happiest memories of the holiday time are intertwined with the sensory experience of eating. We think about the smell of a family recipe in the oven; we relish the thought of a treat we only indulge in during a special
The holiday season is a time of year when families, friends, and communities come together across cultures to celebrate. It is a time when we begin to see many images of joyous celebration, feasting, spending, and comfort. Coupled with that can come feelings of stress
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 rides and candy canes! This can create pressure to enjoy each and every moment of the holidays. Unrealistic expectations of
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 what to do), think about the bigger picture. Enjoy the holiday season with these helpful healthy hints: Fight back by
