
A Poignant Case Study in Childhood Trauma: “I’m Glad My Mom Died”
Jennette McCurdy’s memoir, I’m Glad my Mom Died is an incredible, emotion-packed account of one woman’s struggle to manage—and overcome—childhood trauma triggered by a volatile relationship with her mother. Through the lens of a psychodynamic therapist, the tale goes even deeper.

Why Teens Are Compelled to Rebel—and What You Can Do About It
Teen rebellion is one of the leading causes of conflict between parents and their adolescent children. Some degree of rebellion is “normal and expected” during adolescence. Understanding and knowing how to handle this developmental phase is key to preserving your relationship with your teen.

I'm Not Okay: Roe Overturned and Its Effects on Mental Health
Anger is an emotion that we feel when boundaries have been crossed. And did they ever when Roe v. Wade was overturned. As a therapist, I’m not immune to the intense emotions triggered by this decision, which will have a direct impact on women’s mental health. It’s time to channel our anger into positive action.

Dreams and the Making of Psychotherapy
The study of dreams furnished psychodynamic therapy with its distinctive model of the unconscious mind and its signature technique of free association.

In-Person vs Virtual Therapy: Which Is Right for You?
“Should I come back to in-person therapy, or is it okay to continue with virtual sessions?” As we collectively find our post-pandemic footing, many patients wonder whether it’s time to return to the therapist’s office.

How Psychotherapy Reveals — and Treats — the Roots of Anxiety
What does it really mean to “work on” anxiety in therapy? Learning to follow the signs of anxiety to the sources of one’s distress is a crucial step toward meaningful change.

The Most Wonderful Time of Year? Co-Parenting During the Holidays
Holidays can be a time of great joy — and stress, especially if you’re co-parenting in the wake of a recent separation or divorce. These tips can help you and your family enjoy the season.

Climate Change, Politics and the Pandemic ... Oh My!
Anxiety is on the rise in the wake of increasingly unsettling news. While solutions to global issues may appear elusive, you can reduce your anxiety by taking action.

Quick and Easy Ways to Manage Stress and Anxiety Between Therapy Appointments
Feeling stressed or anxious between therapy appointments? These in-the-moment tools and strategies can help ease the pressure.

Emerging Adulthood: The Struggle Is Real (but Manageable)
Early adulthood is a period of exploration, as young people individuate and become adults on their own terms. Achieving their own identity often involves experimental — and sometimes risky — behaviors well into their 20s.

Revising the Script: Making Changes in “Couples Therapy”
As depicted in Showtime’s docuseries “Couples Therapy,” one of the primary goals of treatment is to help couples revise the story of their relationship.

Can a Marriage Survive Trauma?
When a couple suffers a shared trauma, the marriage itself also endures pain. These tips can help you and your partner support each other — and your relationship.

Lessons From the Pandemic: Creating a New, “New Normal”
With the light at the end of the pandemic tunnel, you might be experiencing reentry anxiety. What if you view reentry as an opportunity to create a stronger new normal?

Modifying or Mortifying? Self-Criticism, Shame, and the Possibility of Change
We use self-criticism more to censor and shame than to explore and develop ourselves. How might we imagine a life less intimidated?

Teen Loneliness: A Secondary Pandemic
Teen loneliness isn’t new. But it’s becoming increasingly prevalent. Here’s why — and what you can do to help.

4 Steps to Enjoying the Holidays — Even During a Pandemic
The holidays are almost here. But this year’s celebrations will feel very different. How can you enjoy the holiday season, despite the pandemic?

Your Therapy “Packing List”
Therapy is a journey to the center of self. What can you bring to ensure that the journey is as smooth, comfortable and successful as possible?

The Link Between Childhood Trauma and Adult Loneliness
Childhood trauma increases the likelihood of chronic loneliness in adulthood. These strategies can help minimize — and ward off — feelings of loneliness.

Sustaining Hope
Hope always comes with at least some fear of disappointment. It can also sustain an appetite for the future. When is hope enlivening and when is it a dead end?

The Rise of Vicarious Trauma (and How to Manage It)
News coverage of the pandemic and racial injustice has caused a spike in vicarious trauma. These strategies can help you mitigate its effects.