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4 Ways to Cope with Anxiety as a College Student
College can be an exciting time. You’re meeting new people, living on your own for the first time…and then there’s a whole lot of pressure.

Lia Damiani-Tinney, LMHC


What To Look For in An Online Therapist
Deciding to begin therapy is a process, and for some people, it can be more difficult than it might seem.

Nicole Ambrose, LCSW


What is Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Why Is DBT Effective?
DBT is a mix of CBT, behaviorism, and mindful practices, recognizing the importance of both the rational and the emotional realms of life.

Carla Barrow, LMFT


How to Get From Anxiety to Peace?
Everybody wants peace. But peace seems so far away, so unobtainable when you're struggling with anxiety.

David Schlagter, LCSW


Managing Mental Health Beyond COVID-19
As the pandemic began and the orders to “shelter in place” were given, many of us had no idea our lives were going to drastically change.

Alex Steiner, LCSW


Burnout, Fatigue, and a Case for Self-Care
The emotional labor of pursuing our goals requires exertion. And like physical exertion, we feel the effects on our bodies and our minds.

Dr. Jeff Mandelkorn, PhD


Why Many People Misunderstand Commitment Phobia
Do you feel that, once you start to get closer to the person you are dating, that you feel s/he is infringing on that independence?

Jordan Zipkin, LMFT


How EMDR Can Help Teens Cope with Anxiety, Trauma, and PTSD
EMDR can be a great alternative to teens taking psychotropic drugs as it is a natural way to decrease the symptoms they are experiencing.

Sheilah Ledesma, LCSW


“I’ve got a gut feeling” - Understanding Your Gut as Your Second Brain
What if I told you that you have a second brain living in your gut and it’s communicating with your main brain ALL the time?? Gut Feeling!

Nicole Ambrose, LCSW


The Dark Side of Perfectionism
Perfectionism refers to a set of self-defeating thoughts and behaviors aimed at reaching excessively high unrealistic goals.

Nicole Ambrose, LCSW


How To Know If I’m Having an Anxiety Attack
Most people have experienced anxiety at some point in their life. However, the level of anxiety can vary from person to person...

Heather Keenan, LCSW


Tips on How to Strengthen Your Relationship with Yourself
Questions I receive frequently are often “how do I build a better relationship with my partner,” “how do I stand up for myself...

Alex Steiner, LCSW


7 Steps Men Can Take to Enhance Their Relationships
Yes. I am speaking to you, the man in the relationship. Have you been wondering what happened to the passion and connection you used to...

Alexa von Oertzen, LMFT


5 Tips to Find Balance Between Motivation and Self-Forgiveness
At the beginning of every year, we make new year’s resolutions to become better versions of ourselves. To eat healthier, exercise...

Dr. Heather Violante, PsyD


How You Can Quit Smoking With Hypnosis
You have probably tried before to quit smoking before. You picked the date, threw the cigarettes in the trash or out the window...

Melissa Valentina, PhD, LMFT
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