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10
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Mental Health
Our Blog About All Things
Mental Health
Dec
9
How to Navigate Holiday Family Stress: Tools, Boundaries & Support from The Midtown Practice
The holiday season often brings to mind cozy blankets, roaring fires, shared meals, and joyful traditions. Yet for many, returning home also stirs up complicated emotions. Recent holiday films like Oh. What. Fun. gently highlight how even well-intentioned family gatherings can surface old dynamics and tender spots we thought we’d …
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Nov
3
Why Facing Anxiety Might Be the Key to Healing
It sounds counterintuitive—but treating anxiety by leaning into it may be exactly what your mind needs. At The Midtown Practice in New York City, we specialize in a proven therapy called Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP). The goal of ERP is to help you tolerate anxiety, uncertainty, and discomfort—so you …
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Sep
18
Building Long-Term Resilience: How to Strengthen Your Mental Health After Trauma
Building resilience after trauma involves more than just coping—it’s about developing the skills, support systems, and practices that help you move from surviving to thriving. This comprehensive guide explores post-traumatic growth, practical resilience tools, and professional treatment options to help you create lasting mental wellness after difficult experiences. In the …
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Sep
10
ADHD and School Transition: Expert Guide to Navigating the First Month Back
Managing ADHD Challenges During Back-to-School Season The end of summer signals a critical transition period for children with ADHD. As parents, supporting your child through this adjustment requires thoughtful strategies and consistent routines. Whether your child is advancing to middle or high school or simply meeting new teachers, the back-to-school …
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Aug
13
When Safety Is Shaken: Coping with Trauma After Community Violence
On August 1st, a shooting at 345 Park Avenue—just blocks from The Midtown Practice—shook our vibrant New York City community. Many clients, colleagues, and neighbors were directly or indirectly affected by this tragic act of violence. Whether you were present, nearby, or simply read the news, you may still be …
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Aug
7
Back-to-School ADHD Guide: How to Prepare Your Child for a Successful School Year
As summer winds down, many parents and children with ADHD feel anxious about the transition back to school. The shift from relaxed summer days to structured routines can be challenging, but with the right strategies, you can help your child start the school year with confidence and success. This guide …
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Jul
15
ADHD Medication Holidays: Should Your Child Take a Summer Break?
At The Midtown Practice, one of the most common questions we receive from parents during summer months is whether their child should take a break from ADHD medication. This decision involves multiple factors, and there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Understanding ADHD and First-Line Treatment ADHD is the most common neurodevelopmental disorder …
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May
13
The Gut-Brain Connection: Exploring GLP-1s and Your Mental Well-being
We often think of mental health as residing solely in the brain, but the truth is far more intricate. Our bodies and minds are deeply interconnected, and what affects one influences the other. Recently, a class of medications called GLP-1 inhibitors, primarily known for their role in weight management and …
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Mar
20
Building Stronger Bonds: How Couples Therapy Can Transform Your Relationship
At The Midtown Practice, we often reference the landmark Harvard Study of Adult Development when discussing the importance of relationships. This groundbreaking research, which followed participants from 1938 to the present day, revealed a profound truth: the quality of our relationships, more than money or fame, determines our happiness and …
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Mar
12
When Parents Pay for Therapy: Navigating Independence and Support in Your Mental Health Journey
A recent New York Times article highlighted how parental support of adult children has become increasingly common, particularly in expensive cities like New York. At The Midtown Practice, we regularly work with young professionals whose parents are actively involved in their mental health care, including financial support for therapy. This …
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Feb
26
The Evolution of Parent-Child Relationships: Finding Balance in Modern Families
A recent New York Times analysis challenged long-held assumptions about parent-child relationships in adulthood. The study revealed that despite concerns about “snowplow parents” and “failure to launch,” increased parental involvement during young adulthood might actually foster positive outcomes. At The Midtown Practice, we speak to countless parents and their adult …
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