November 26, 2021
For many, the holidays are the most stressful time of the year. They represent a time when we can reconnect with friends and family and update them on our lives. Unfortunately, this sets us up for awkward questions about what we have (or haven’t) accomplished during the year.
November 9, 2021
We are entering another unprecedented holiday season. Once again, a rapidly spreading coronavirus is threatening to overwhelm the health system. We are more politically polarized than ever. Add in surmounting holiday stress, and there is bound to be tension during the holidays.
October 23, 2021
Everyone wants to be well-liked. As humans, we are almost biologically wired to want to be valued and appreciated by others. From an evolutionary perspective, likeability protects us. Being part of a group or clan used to be necessary for our survival, and in a lot of ways still is. Connection is a basic human need.
October 1, 2021
Trigger Warning: this piece contains details about mass shooting events that might trigger some readers.
August 24, 2021
The idea of getting what you want gets a bad reputation. Some people worry it’s selfish to ask for what you need. The reality is, other people can’t read minds. We need to ask for things in order to get our needs met. It isn’t selfish; it’s necessary.
August 19, 2021
The science behind your frustration and what to do about it.
July 23, 2021
It is July and the Tokyo Olympics are in full swing. Many of us wait with electric anticipation for this event every four years. For many sports, including gymnastics, the Olympics is the pinnacle of athletic mastery.
May 29, 2021
I know that to most people, therapists are a mystery. Therapy involves one-way disclosure — which means that your therapist knows a lot about you, but you might not know about your therapist. This can be really challenging when you’re bearing your soul and most hidden secrets to someone. And despite what you might think, it can be hard for us too.
April 4, 2021
The therapy landscape has changed significantly over the past year. Going to therapy can be intimidating in person, but consumers are now forced to navigate teletherapy as well.
Teletherapy has so many benefits. It allows busy people to fit appointments into their workday. It cuts down on travel time. It has provided better access to mental health care.
March 21, 2021
Questions and reminders that may frustrate us, but can also lead to growth.
March 3, 2021
Being ghosted, or having someone walk away from a relationship with no communication or explanation, is painful for anyone, therapists included.
February 1, 2021
An open letter about what we can’t always tell you.
January 9, 2021
The New Year’s holiday holds so much allure. The new year represents a chance to start over. An opportunity to take stock – to look at what we’ve accomplished over the year and set new objectives. To dream.
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