THE BLOG
Therapist-Backed Insights on Anxiety, Dating, Life Transitions, and Therapy in NYC
Welcome to our therapist-written guide for navigating your 20s, 30s, & 40s in New York City.
The Mental Load of Thinking About Your Body All Day
Thinking about your body can be all- consuming. With the rise of social media emphasis on perfect bodies, it can leave you feeling exhausted with the constant self-evaluation. Read more to learn what our therapists suggest.
People-Pleasing at Work: When Being the Reliable One Becomes Exhausting
Hearing that you’re reliable and the “go-to” at work can feel great, but when you start to feel overwhelmed, being relied on by everyone can be exhausting. Read more to learn why.
Why Your Brain Won't Let You Relax
It’s time to unwind after a long day, but for some reason you can’t get your brain to shut off and decompress. Read more to learn why that happens and what our therapists recommend to get help.
Why You Keep Attracting the Same Type of Person (And What to Do About It)
You go on a date with a new person and it seems promising. Then after some time, you realize that you’re attracting the same person as the last. Read more to learn why that is and what our therapists recommend to do.
Relationship Anxiety or the Wrong Relationship? How to Tell the Difference
Is this relationship actually wrong for me, or am I just anxious? Is this my anxiety talking, or is my anxiety trying to tell me something? Read more to know what our therapists have to say about where this comes from and how to distinguish between the two.
Fear of Abandonment in Relationships: Signs, Causes, and How to Heal
When responses come slow or you sense a change in tone, a fear can arise that the other person wants to leave. Read more to learn why.
The Sunday Scaries Are Different in NYC: Why This City Amplifies Anticipatory Anxiety
We’ve all heard of the Sunday Scaries. But why do they seem to hit harder living in NYC? Read more to learn why start of the week anxiety is amplified in NYC.
7 Signs You're People-Pleasing Without Realizing It
People-pleasing is a common, yet praised practice. Read to learn the 7 common signs you’re people-pleasing and what you can do to get help.
Everyone Else Seems Ahead: How to Deal With Timeline Anxiety in Your 30s
Once you hit 30, the timeline pressure happens: marriage, homeownership, career moves. Learn why timeline anxiety hits hard at that age.
Why Do I Assume My Partner Is Mad at Me?
Your partner loves you, but sometimes, something in the back of your mind tells you they’re upset at you all the time. Read more to know why.
Why Every Decision Feels So Permanent in Your 20s and 30s
Everything in your 20s and 30s feels so real, yet so permanent. Read more to learn why you feel that way and what can help relieve your anxiety.
Why Getting a Promotion Can Actually Make Your Anxiety Worse
You finally got that promotion you were working so hard to get. But for some reason, rather than feel accomplished, you feel worse. Read more to learn why.
How to Stop Feeling Responsible for Everyone Else's Feelings
Ever find yourself holding emotional space for everyone around you but yourself? Read more to learn what our therapists recommend you should do to stop holding everyone else’s feelings.
Is Self-Care Becoming Another Thing We're Trying to Be Perfect At?
Have you ever tried having a perfect self-care day and end up feeling more tired than rested? Learn why the pursuit of perfect self-care is burning you out.
Rejection Sensitivity and Modern Dating: Why One Bad Date Can Wreck Your Whole Week
Rejection hurts, but dating rejection sometimes hit harder. Learn why our therapists say that is and what you can do to move forward without getting stuck on the hurt of rejection.
When Your Self-Worth Depends on Being Productive
Ever feel like if you don’t “do enough”, you question your value? Read more to learn why you feel your worth is tied to productivity.
When Your Past Keeps Showing Up in Your Present
Have you ever found yourself reacting to a situation and wondered, "Why did I respond that way?" Often, these reactions aren't just about what's happening in the present. Read more to learn why.
Why Perfectionists Procrastinate
If you consider yourself a perfectionist, you might also be familiar with procrastination. You may think, “If you care so much about doing something well, why is it so hard to start?” Read more as to why you think this way.
Why Do I Feel Guilty Every Time I Say No?
Are you struggling with saying no? Do you constantly overthink how people feel about you saying no? See what our therapists say can help you work through that guilt.
Is Therapy-Speak Making Our Relationships Better or Worse?
You hear about therapy speak all the time online, but is it actually helpful or harmful in a relationship? Read more to learn what our therapists have to say about it.
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If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply ready for support, a conversation can make all the difference. Let’s talk about what you need and how we can help.