Planning a wedding can be an enjoyable experience filled with love and excitement. It can also be a time when fears and insecurities resurface, or when those familiar family dynamics and strain reappear.

I work with many young adults in the midst of wedding planning and there are common experiences among them all. My goal is to give clients a language for what they are feeling, provide tips for coping, and help normalize the side of weddings that may not be as sparkly.

Choosing a clinical supervisor is a crucial step in your journey to becoming a skilled therapist. This relationship will play a significant role in shaping your clinical practice. More than just providing guidance, an effective supervisor can help you learn the nuances of therapy, develop your clinical skills, and help you build a confident professional identity.

Remember, your supervisor isn't just there to teach you techniques; they're also there to help you understand how to be a clinician. This relationship can teach you so much about the art and science of therapy. 

Feeling anxious about flying? You're not alone. Many people experience discomfort, fear, or even panic when boarding a plane. But the good news is, with the right strategies, you can significantly reduce flight anxiety and enjoy your travels. In this post, we'll explore how to harness your internal resources with evidence-based techniques to self-regulate during your travels.

Simone Biles once again won gold at the Paris Olympics. This is a testament to her extraordinary talent, but it's also a powerful reminder of a fundamental truth often overlooked in the pursuit of success: the importance of self-care. 

As two New York based psychotherapists who specialize in dating and relationships, we have seen dating anxiety come up more than ever before. Dating in today’s day and age can feel challenging since people are craving connection and authenticity, yet feeling disconnected and anxious. As relational therapists, our work aims to address this tension.

Do you tend to feel unfocused and distracted in the summer? Or frustrated and somewhat “checked out” of work? If so, you are not alone as this is quite common. The carefree spirit of the season can clash with the demands of work. There's a disconnect between the excitement outside and the need to concentrate at the office.

As a psychotherapist, a lot of my work focuses on the mind-body connection. The gut, brain, and hormonal system are connected and constantly communicating. What happens emotionally also happens physiologically. I often encourage clients to address not just their mental well-being, but their physical state as well. Because of this powerful connection, a holistic approach to wellness goes a long way. 

Phrases like I’m so busy and I’m burnt out have become staples in everyday talk. Overcommitment has become so common and even a bit trendy. I hear from countless people that they are spread too thin and consequently, they hustle harder. How sustainable is the concept and lifestyle of overcommitment? Read below to learn about reasons you may spread yourself too thin, ways this can impact you, and antidotes to overcommitment.

Are you interested in making a change but don’t know where to start? Do you have a goal but find it difficult to take action? Here is a step-by-step guide with tips on taking committed action in your life. Keep in mind that the New Year does not mean you need to focus on goal setting. Free yourself from any internalized pressure. Though if you want to focus on goal setting, read on below.

Have you ever noticed yourself replaying an uncomfortable conversation in your head and beating yourself up relentlessly for how you phrased something you said? Have you ever beat yourself up because your boss or colleague did not praise the work that you’re doing or recognize the value you’re bringing? You are not alone. 

In my work and in my life, I often hear people say, I wish I lived in a time when dating was simpler. I hear, I want a relationship but I can’t deal with dating apps. These apps can reward superficiality and facilitate inauthentic conversations. This instills the value, if I look a certain way or have something witty to say then I’ll hook someone, which can lead today’s dating experience to feel sterile and unfulfilling.

Feeling that you are “falling behind” others is a common experience. Perhaps you are figuring out what you want to do for a living? Or you have friends who are entering serious relationships and you have not yet met your person. It is part of our nature to compare and evaluate how we stack up to others. Our society celebrates milestones and praises achievements above all else. This sets the stage for feelings of “I’m not doing enough” or “I need to catch up quickly.” Add social media to the mix and comparison takes on a whole new level.

Chronic illnesses can impact someone physically, mentally, and emotionally. People often assume that if they open up about their difficult experiences, they may not be understood or received well. When people realize that their loved ones are willing to hear their experiences and meet them where they are, there is an immense relief. It can be challenging for you to understand what they are feeling and uncomfortable for them to explain it. This is why living with a chronic illness can feel isolating and lonely. 

The word gaslighting was Merriam-Webster’s 2022 word of the year. By definition, gaslighting is a form of manipulation in which someone attempts to create self-doubt and confusion for another person. Gaslighters twist their victims’ sense of reality and often put them in a state of cognitive dissonance where they are caught between two realities – what they perceive and what they’re being told. Imagine warm air coming down on a cold ocean – the two create fog. When we are in fog, we don’t see clearly and it becomes easy to feel anxious and lose our way.

As the seasons change and people wind down for the colder months, I’ve come across a common sentiment – winter months bring the onset of boredom and feeling alone. 

It’s important to note that being alone and feeling lonely are different, as you can feel lonely in the presence of hundreds. It’s often when we feel disconnected from ourselves and others that we experience this. 

The holiday season may be a time of joyful moments and cheerful memories, but it can also be stressful or painful for many. Whether it's family dynamics, holiday planning, or difficult conversation topics at the dinner table, you’re not alone in feeling stress during this time of year. While everyone’s experience is different, here are some common sources of seasonal stress and ways to cope with each.