“My best friend got engaged, and I know I should be happy for him, but I can’t even find a woman who’ll go on more than four dates with me,” said a man in his mid-thirties. “My former co-worker got promoted. I had to clap for her and listen to all the congratulations when we went out, and then I had to buy a round of drinks. We graduated the same … [Read more...]
In the News Again: Quoted in Huffington Post Article
I was quoted (#5 and #7) below in this November 29, 2016 Huffington Post article by Brittany Wong. 7 Signs You’re On The Verge Of An Emotional Affair It’s a slippery slope! 11/29/2016 08:17 pm ET 250 Brittany WongRelationships Editor, The Huffington Post JACQUIE BOYD VIA GETTY IMAGES Texting the other dude … [Read more...]
In the News: Quoted below in Huffington Post Article
Funny title, but...I was quoted below (#3 and #5) in this November 16, 2016 Huffington Post article by Brittany Wong. 10 Signs He’s Bound To Be Your Future Ex-Boyfriend The guy described below is just not worth your time. 11/16/2016 04:15 pm ET 300 Brittany WongRelationships Editor, The Huffington Post JAMIE … [Read more...]
Suffering from Post-Election Blues? 10 Tips to Overcome It!
This post is intended to address what some people are calling post-election blues 2016. The post isn't partisan, but deals with psychology. It is about how to deal with things not going as you wish and how to calm your fears, wherever you fall on the political continuum, whether you are disturbed that Donald Trump is the … [Read more...]
Trauma Treatment NYC
Trauma An early experience of trauma amplifies whatever difficulties you encounter afterward. This makes it hard to "bounce back" from setbacks and disappointments. I approach any trauma in a gentle, safe way, so that it's talked about—not re-experienced. You may be suffering from trauma and/or neglect and not be aware of it. Just because … [Read more...]
Treating Your Depression Helps Your Relationship
You may be aware of the effects of your depression on yourself and your daily life, but have you considered that treating your depression helps your relationship? The good news is that when you get help, so does your relationship! 5 ways treating your depression helps your relationship Renewed interest in activities you … [Read more...]
Group Therapy
Group therapy is a wonderful “lab” for learning to relate. Group therapy is a powerful way to get helpful feedback in a safe environment. Forget whatever you’ve heard about group therapy and people shouting each other down. Not in the groups I run! I create a safe, warm, supportive environment where you learn to let down your guard and be … [Read more...]
Treatment Improves Self-Esteem
Self-esteem is learning to feel good from the inside out, not by comparing yourself to others. I’ll help you learn to feel better! Many people come to New York City with dreams of finding fame and fortune. Maybe your dream is to be featured in the business section of the New York Times as someone who’s found a way to revitalize … [Read more...]
A Sense of Fun Can Be Learned in Treatment!
Fun is an attitude, as well as an activity. Your capacity for fun was shaped by your early experiences. If you didn't grow up with lighthearted parents, it's helpful to know that a sense of fun can be learned in treatment! It really is important to be able to laugh. One gauge of mental health is satisfaction in love, work, and play. And let’s … [Read more...]
8 Symptoms of Anxiety. Treatment Can Help!
Living in New York City can be stressful or wonderful. And much of how you experience it depends on how you see the world and yourself—how you think about and deal with the people and situations in your life. 8 Symptoms of Anxiety Anxiety can be a minor theme in the background of your life or it can be incapacitating, and everything … [Read more...]