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!
People often think that in non-monogamous relationships everything needs to be completely equal. Read this blog to learn why that isn't true.
Read More » about Beyond 50/50: Rethinking Fairness in Non-Monogamous Relationships
Do you get confused between an anxiety attack and a panic attack? Read this blog to learn the difference and how to manage them.
Read More » about Panic Attacks vs. Anxiety Attacks: What You Need to Know
Do you struggle repeating patterns you know are unhealthy for you? Read this blog to learn how to create healthier habits.
Read More » about Why Do I Keep Repeating Patterns When I Know Better?
Feeling shame or repression around your sexuality? Discover how shadow work can help you explore these feelings and embrace yourself.
Read More » about Shadow Work for Sexuality: Moving Beyond Shame and Repression
While we process emotional pain in therapy, there is also positivity. Watch this video to learn about joy in the therapeutic relationship.
Read More » about Finding Joy in the Therapeutic Relationship [Video]
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.
Read More » about Concerned About Your Sex Drive? 5 Things to Ask Yourself
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.
Read More » about 4 Surprising Ways Adult Playfulness Improves Life Satisfaction
Do you struggle with depression in the workplace? Read this blog to learn more about managing mental health at work.
Read More » about Depression in the Workplace: When Work Feels Impossible
Do you find yourself getting angry easily? Watch this video blog to learn what anger is telling us and how to practice anger management.
Read More » about Anger Management: What We Get Wrong About Anger [Video]
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.
Read More » about Activism and Mental Health: Ways to Balance and Avoid Burnout
Do you struggle with high-functioning anxiety? Read this blog to learn what high-functioning anxiety in women looks like and what to do.
Read More » about High-Functioning Anxiety in Women: The Hidden Cost of Always Holding It Together
Do you struggle with internalized homophobia? This blog explores how culture shapes our perceptions and shares what healing looks like.
Read More » about Healing Internalized Homophobia and Transphobia in Black Communities
Have you been curious about psychedelics? Read this blog to learn about the benefits and risks of psychedelic therapy.
Read More » about Should I Try Psychedelics? Questions to Ask Yourself First
Do you struggle with feeling confident? Watch this video blog to learn how to build self-esteem and start to have more self-love.
Read More » about How to Build Self-Esteem [Video]
Do you think you're in a codependent relationship? Read this blog to learn more about codependency and how to foster healthy relationships.
Read More » about Are You in a Codependent Relationship? Learn about the Signs.
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
For many of us, the holidays can be a tough time of year. Any number of emotions can come up. But what if you could learn a better way to “survive” the holidays and give yourself the ultimate gift of gratitude? By more fully
These days, new research comes out regularly on the importance of sleep. What I used to call sleep machismo (“I can get by on five hours a night!”) is being challenged in relationship to learning, organ health, hormone production and more. If you’re giving yourself enough
Have you ever found yourself talking to a friend, family member, or partner about something and feel that they “just don’t get it!”? This is a normal frustration that arises when you don’t get the empathy you desire. Empathy is the ability to enter the
Think for a moment about your breathing. You can have profound experience by learning to concentrate on your breathing and getting in touch with the hidden abilities of your mind and body; you can tap into the “Law of Attraction”, the system of abundance that
Are you worried that you’re turning into a “doormat?” Are you tired of feeling powerless and passive? Many people take a more avoidant approach in their relationships for fear that assertiveness may compromise their interpersonal relationships. Nobody wants to be viewed as pushy, bossy, or
Many forms of energy work have emerged into the mainstream in recent years, including acupuncture and biofeedback. Reiki, a Japanese natural healing technique, is also a form of energy work that focuses on releasing, moving, or adding energy to points on the body called
Do you feel like a bad person for saying “no” to others? Is your fear of saying “no” causing you to over-commit yourself and increasing your stress? If this sounds familiar, you need to learn that saying “no” is a healthy option and is
As a yoga teacher, one of the most common questions I receive is how to start a meditation practice. So many people have heard about the incredible benefits of meditation and the choice to meditate seems easy, but beginning a practice at home is daunting.
Ever feel overwhelmed by the jitters before heading out on a first date? Consider these five simple tips for keeping calm and showing off your best self when you’re on the way to meet someone new. 1. Find your breath. Checking in with the rhythm
Nearly ever gay man in New York has had the thought that “everyone has a boyfriend but me! What’s wrong with me?” The truth is, of course, that there’s likely nothing wrong with you, but there is a lot wrong with how people date in
