The Difference Between Acceptance and Resignation
You’ve likely heard that in life you must accept the things you cannot change. Often you might hear this sentiment expressed around situations outside of your control, such as past events, the...
View ArticleHow to Control the Universe with Your Mind
Have you ever been thinking of a person for weeks and then they appear in front of you on the sidewalk? Have you ever envisioned something so many times that, when it actually happens, you don’t know...
View ArticleThe Importance of Saying “No”
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...
View ArticleHow to Have A Difficult Conversation With Someone You Love
Difficult conversations with loved ones are sometimes unavoidable in life. There are, however, some simple guidelines that you can follow in order respectfully negotiate mutually satisfying solutions...
View ArticleRedefine Yourself as a Woman on Your Own Terms [Video]
Redefine Yourself as a Woman on Your Own Terms [Transcript] As women, we grow up being dictated on how we are supposed to think. We are constantly faced with a list of what we should and should not be...
View ArticleWhy You Should Pay Attention To Your Procrastination
Procrastination is a pattern of behavior that we all engage in. From not working on an assignment until the last minute to avoiding household chores, we often choose activities that we want to do over...
View ArticleHow Big Life Transitions Impact Your Mental Health
Almost all of us experience moments of transition in life that are so impactful they can leave us feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and depleted. Change is often difficult to manage, and even the happiest...
View Article5 Strategies for Conflict Resolution
Is conflict a bad thing? Not always. Sometimes conflict can be approached as an opportunity to address an issue that has been a problem for a while, or as an opportunity to discuss something that has...
View ArticleWhat is Narcissistic Personality Disorder? [Video]
What is Narcissistic Personality Disorder? [Transcript] By now, most of us have heard the terms narcissism and narcissist tossed around in conversation. Maybe we’ve even used it on occasion to...
View ArticleThe Importance of Understanding Your Emotions
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...
View ArticleHow Can Mental Health Apps Help with Wellness?
As a therapist, nothing makes me happier than when a client comes to session to tell me about personal work they have done outside the office. Therapy once a week is a great start to one’s mental...
View ArticleManage Obsessive Thoughts to Ease Your Mind
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...
View Article3 Reasons Why You Don’t Really Miss Your Ex [Video]
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...
View ArticleDear myTherapyNYC Community, Who Should we Donate to?
At myTherapyNYC, we see first hand what an important role community plays in supporting the mental and emotional health of individuals. Last year, we donated over $2,500 to charities and organizations...
View ArticleTips on Managing Your Gift Giving Anxiety
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...
View Article‘Tis the Season for Setting Boundaries
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...
View ArticleWhat to Remember When Thinking About Holiday Grief
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...
View ArticleAsk a Therapist: Dealing with Family During the Holidays [Video]
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...
View ArticleAsk a Therapist: Handling Holiday Stress [Video]
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...
View ArticleHow to Connect With Your Inner Child [Video]
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...
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