Therapy Blog
I work to keep my therapy blog updated with the latest innovations and ideas in the field of psychotherapy and the latest news about my practice. I also contribute to other Foresight Psychology blogs including regarding Therapeutic Tutoring, Psych testing, and Coaching, Please note that all advice and self-help offered in my blog is not a substitute for consulting with a professional.
Does Therapy Help? What Form of Therapy Works Best?
Common questions I am asked are, "Does therapy help?" and "Can therapy help with ___________?" As a psychologist who works with individuals, couples, and families, I can confidently say that therapy can change lives. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression,...
Blended Family Therapy: Approaches for the Whole Family and Step Parent Counseling
I provide blended family therapy that often includes step parent counseling and support. I’ve worked with people across the country who are navigating the often misunderstood challenges of remarriage, co-parenting, and integration. While the love that brings two...
What is a Therapy Appointment Like: Go To Therapy Feeling Confident, and Know Common Therapist Terms
Choosing to go to therapy is a crucial step toward enhancing emotional well-being, strengthening relationships, and promoting personal growth. A therapy appointment provides a safe and confidential space where individuals, couples, and families can explore their...
How to Find Therapy in New York (or Anywhere): A Guide to Getting Started
Whether you’re in a busy city like New York or a small rural town, the process of finding a therapist can feel confusing, especially when you're dealing with stress, anxiety, or emotional pain. This post can help you know how to find therapy. I use therapy in NYC as...
Strength Based Therapy Techniques: Positive Outcomes that Last and Grow
I take an integrative approach that draws from positive psychology, strength based therapy, and evidence-based modalities to help clients reduce distress and move toward a more fulfilling and authentic life. I focus on what’s right with you, not to ignore challenges,...
ADHD Treatment for Teens: How to Help Teens with ADHD Effectively and Holistically
Parenting teens with ADHD can be challenging, especially when you see your child's strong potential despite the day-to-day symptoms. This is why ADHD Treatment for teens can be powerful and effective. Knowing how to help teens with ADHD involves seeing how bright,...
Somatic Therapy Exercises and Somatic Experiencing Techniques
Healing can be a whole-person process, involving the mind, body, and more profound existential questions that shape our lives. Combining somatic therapy exercises with third-wave cognitive-behavioral therapies (such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and...
CBT Techniques for Depression, Anxiety, and ADHD
CBT techniques for depression, anxiety, and ADHD provide a structured, time-limited psychotherapy course that aims to change patterns of thinking or behavior that are causing people’s problems, and thus change the way they feel. Therapy using CBT methods is a...
Codependency Therapy: Overcome and Heal from Codependency
I help people break free from patterns of impaired relationships and rediscover who they are, apart from what they do for others. Codependency often hides behind love, loyalty, and responsibility. You might be the one who always fixes, supports, or sacrifices—yet feel...
Therapy Techniques for Depression, Anxiety, and Phobias
My integrative psychological practice blends evidence-based psychotherapy techniques, drawing from cognitive-behavioral (CBT), acceptance and commitment (ACT), person-centered, and existential approaches like logotherapy, to create a personalized path toward healing...
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