So your kid came out as LGBTQ. Now what? Having your kid come out as LGBTQ might be an unexpected moment as a parent, and it can bring up an array of feelings ranging from excitement to distress. Whatever your feelings may be, you are likely wondering how to support your LGBTQ child. The way… Continue reading How to Support Your LGBTQ Child: A Parent’s Guide to Becoming an Ally
It can be hard to choose a therapist. When perusing profile after profile online, peppered with different psycho-babble that might not ring a bell, you may not know which therapist is right for you. Wouldn’t it be nice if these profiles came with a key to define all the therapy terms being thrown around? One… Continue reading What Can I Expect from Gestalt Therapy?
Since COVID-19 has forced people to stay inside as much as possible, most therapists and their clients have been meeting virtually. While this did require some adjusting, many people are surprised by how happy they are with virtual therapy, or teletherapy. There are certainly advantages to meeting your therapist in person. However, meeting virtually does… Continue reading 4 Benefits of Virtual Therapy
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 LGBTQ person might be really challenging or even impossible. However,… Continue reading The Basics of LGBTQ Family Building [Video]
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 views, lifestyles, or religious beliefs than the people who raised… Continue reading ‘Tis the Season for Setting Boundaries
When someone asks you for a favor or invites you to an event, do you find yourself immediately saying “sounds great!” or “I’d love to!” before you have even mentally processed the request? If so, you are certainly not alone! Many of us are taught to be people-pleasers and say yes automatically, even when we… Continue reading The Importance of Saying “No”
Let’s face it, although it’s 2019, we still unfortunately see many instances of sexism playing out in the workplace. Workplace sexism can take a huge psychological toll and make us feel devalued, disrespected, and invisible. The #metoo movement has brought new energy and focus to this not very new issue. Whether you work in Hollywood… Continue reading Standing up to Sexism at Work
The Difference Between Spontaneous and Responsive Sexual Desire [Transcript] One of the most common issues that couples face in and out of therapy is sex and one of the most common challenges about sex is differences in desire. Without being able to understand or communicate about these challenges, frustration and resentment can build up over… Continue reading The Difference Between Spontaneous and Responsive Sexual Desire [Video]
Even if you love your therapist, they are human after all. Chances are you’ve had the experience of expressing something to your therapist and finding that their response feels a little off. Their response might have rubbed you the wrong way and even offended you. It could feel intimidating or scary to tell your therapist… Continue reading Upset with Your Therapist? Yes, You Should Tell Them!
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