5 Questions Every Parent Should Ask During Marking Period 1, By Kate Panfile
5 Questions Every Parent Should Ask During Marking Period 1
Vagal Nerve Theory and Healing Mental Health, By Steven Rego, LCSW
In recent years, there’s been a growing interest in understanding the complex interactions between the brain, body, and nervous system. Among these, the vagus nerve has gained particular attention for its significant role in regulating emotional and psychological health. Known as the “wandering nerve” due to its extensive reach throughout the body, the vagus nerve…
Teen Mental Health and the College Transition, By Jayne Schachter, Ph.D.
Can you believe how time flies? You now have a high school senior who finally made it through the challenges of junior year. They’ve dealt with SATs, college visits, the application process, and final decision-making regarding which college they will attend in the fall. It should be smooth sailing from now until departure. But if…
Opening Up About Therapy: Should You Tell Your Loved Ones? By Francine Rosenberg, Psy.D
Deciding whether to share with friends and family that you see a therapist is a deeply personal choice that can have implications for your mental health and relationships. While therapy has become more widely accepted and understood, there are still various factors to consider when determining whether to disclose this aspect of your life. Here…
Aging and Cognitive Health, By Kenneth Freundlich, Ph.D.
In October 1984, then-president Ronald Reagan was debating his Democratic opponent, Walter Mondale, when he was asked about his age. Regan responded with his now famous line, “I want you to know that I will not make age an issue of this campaign. I am not going to exploit, for political purposes, my opponent’s youth…
Procrastination and Associated Insights from Psychology, By Nathan McClelland, Ph.D.
“Never put off until tomorrow what you can do the day after tomorrow.”-Unknown The deadline to write my blog came and went, and I still had not selected a topic. Suddenly, it hit me. I can write about what is happening to me, right now in this moment, with a wide potential audience. Procrastination. It…
Another Avenue to an Autism Evaluation, By Kate Panfile
People are having important conversations in the Neurodiverse Community. One of the most urgent conversations is the timely access to evaluations for people of all ages seeking a diagnosis. If you’ve tried calling around, you’ve been met with waitlists and delays. With the barrier to diagnostic services, individuals and parents are forced to sit idle…
Turning Anxiety Into A Positive, By Daniel DaSilva, Ph.D.
Is anxiety always a negative emotion that requires treatment? Often, we think of the more maladaptive forms of anxiety—the kind that leads many to seek therapy and medication. We frequently associate that type of anxiety with excessive worry and (sometimes paralyzing) fear. It keeps us from doing what we need to do and sometimes results…
Finding Hope In Substance Abuse, By Sharron Spriggs, Ph.D.
People often ask me, “Why do you work with people with such complex histories, like substance abuse, childhood trauma, and PTSD?” My surface-level response typically involves explaining that I truly believe there’s a connection between the aforementioned variables. After all, very few people with a substance abuse problem have no past traumas. I like to…
Nurturing Resilience Through Behavior Therapy for Teenagers, By Stu Leeds, Psy.D.
In the tumultuous journey of adolescence, self-discovery and acceptance often take center stage. The landscape of being a teenager is marked by a whirlwind of emotions, societal expectations, and self-perceptions. Enter Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), a beacon of guidance that illuminates the path toward unconditional self-acceptance. My experience working with teens has enlightened me…