April 2020, an early peak of the SARS-COV-2 (covid-19) pandemic in the United States, was a difficult month. I knew I would cry in the bathroom or on a cab ride home. I recognized that I would watch someone painfully gasp for their last breath. Yet, as challenging as those …
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As an actor I’ve had a lot of experience working on set for film and television. After the excitement of booking the job sinks in, I’ve always been cognizant of an undercurrent of pressure and stress when it’s time to finally get to work. The crew seems to move at …
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This June, we are celebrating Pride month by asking our clinicians to think about their role as a therapist to the LGBTQIA community and what Pride means to us here in New York City, the home of Stonewall and where “everyone is welcome”. “Working with the LGBTQIA community reminds me …
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Feeling Lonely this Summer? You Are Not Alone. After two years of coronavirus isolation and loss, we suddenly see the arrival of summer and hopefully look forward to a return to normalcy. Businesses and restaurants are reopening, vacations are being planned, family reunions are in full swing, kids are away …
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Dr. Julia Samton explains the science behind what causes long Covid and gives insight into other research that COVID’s effects on the brain may persist for years. Read the full article on the American Psychological Association’s website. The article highlights include: What causes long COVID? “Understanding the etiology of long COVID is essential because once we …
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The holidays are supposed to be a time of cheerful celebrations, so why are so many of us left feeling stressed and exhausted when the merriment ends? After years of helping clients navigate the simultaneous highs and lows of the holiday season, I have noticed a recurring theme; when clients …
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Are you easily frustrated? Find yourself blowing up over the small stuff more often than you’d like. We asked Azat Oganesian, LCSW, to share some of his best tips for Anger Management that he suggests helping individuals self-regulate and calm down. Take a deep breath and exhale before you say anything you can’t …
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Stress is part of daily life no matter one’s age, and children and teens are not immune. With each passing year, life seems to move faster and become more complicated. The stakes seem to get higher, and even mundane activities become competitive amongst peers and on social media. We might ask ourselves, …
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Are you wondering what the impact of grief is on young adults? Losing a loved one is among the most challenging experiences an individual ever confronts. And when you lose a loved one – especially a parent, sibling, or spouse – as a young adult, those emotions tend to be …
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My morning routine was busy and hectic, albeit consistent for a decade. Wake up, do pilates, meditate, wake the kids, make sure they were dressed and groomed, kissed and hugged, and sent to school before commuting to my second home at The Midtown Practice. After years of practice, I designed …
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Nutritional psychiatry is an emerging field that explores the intricate relationship between diet, nutrition, and mental health. While the impact of food on physical health is well-established, research suggests that our dietary choices also influence our mental well-being. This article will introduce you to the concept of nutritional psychiatry and …
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Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a specialized form of cognitive-behavioral therapy that was originally developed to treat individuals with borderline personality disorder (BPD). Over time, DBT has proven to be effective in treating a wide range of mental health conditions and emotional challenges. In this blog, we will explore the …
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