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The scary world we are in…
The world is a really scary place right now. Don’t get me wrong, it was before this past weekend…but for most of us, it’s even scarier now. I have been hesitant to write this blog post because to be completely honest, I don’t know what’s best to do or say. So...
The weather is nicer…Things are starting to open back up…Why do I still feel crappy?
The weather is finally nice in upstate NY (insert me jumping up and down). We are well on our way to Phase 2 of opening back up! People are having safe, distant outdoor picnics! All of this sounds great………….right? I have been seeing so many people post on Instagram...
The Tricky Thing About Anxiety…
Recently, many people have been expressing the frustration with having to continuously practice coping skills for anxiety. I have heard things like: “I don’t want to do this mindfulness bulls*** again!” And “Why can’t my anxiety just go away forever?!” I get it…it’s...
So we’re still in quarantine…
Those of us in New York State can relate to the sinking feeling we all had in our chests this past Friday, May 1st, when we found out that schools will be closed for the rest of the year…..I had a strong feeling that was going to happen, but that didn’t make it any...
The Function of Anxiety
I go to work so I can buy shoes. I mean, there’s a lot of other steps in there. I do enjoy work and I must pay my rent before I buy shoes, but ultimately, I work for shoes. We all do things for a reason. There are functions or purposes to everything we do. A...
Wait a minute, that whole “What you focus on grows” thing actually works?!
I don’t know about you, but I have heard the phrase “What you focus on grows” since I was a child. It is actually used as the tagline for the church I grew up in. Going through daily life, I have heard about the importance of making gratitude lists and “the power of...
So what is this teletherapy I keep hearing all about?
“So I am quarantined, and I know I probably need more support…but is this teletherapy thing legitimate?” Most every therapist I know is offering teletherapy sessions right now during COVID-19. Some people think it’s the best thing ever and immediately say “sign me...
Anxiety and COVID-19
“Excuse me, you’re really going to talk to me about managing my anxiety during a global pandemic? You must be the crazy one.” As a Licensed Mental Health Therapist, I am getting a lot of comments like the one above. I hear so many people telling me that they have just...