Anna Yusim, MD

Anna Yusim, MD Dr. Anna Yusim is a Board-Certified, Stanford- and Yale-educated Psychiatrist & Executive Coach.

Dr. Anna Yusim is an internationally-recognized, award-winning Board-Certified, Stanford- and Yale-educated Psychiatrist & Executive Coach with private practices in New York City and Connecticut. She is a best-selling author of "Fulfilled - How the Science of Spirituality Helps You Live a Happier, More Meaningful Life" and clinical faculty member at Yale Medical School, where she is currently working to establish a Spirituality & Mental Health Center.

Every challenge you face carries within it the seed of transformation. Growth does not always arrive through comfort; it...
01/06/2026

Every challenge you face carries within it the seed of transformation. Growth does not always arrive through comfort; it often comes through discomfort, uncertainty, and change. When life feels heavy or painful, remember that healing is not just about getting through — it is about growing through. Each experience, no matter how difficult, can expand your strength, deepen your empathy, and refine your understanding of yourself and others. Trust that the very struggle that feels unbearable now may one day become the foundation of your wisdom and compassion. You are not merely surviving this moment — you are evolving through it.

Sleep and mental health are deeply connected. Swipe to know more.
01/05/2026

Sleep and mental health are deeply connected.
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Sacred Time at Antarctica.In Antarctica, the sun does not set. The usual cues that organize time, ritual, and rest disso...
01/04/2026

Sacred Time at Antarctica.

In Antarctica, the sun does not set. The usual cues that organize time, ritual, and rest dissolve. And yet, meaning does not disappear—it asks to be re-anchored.

Observing Shabbat aboard the ship required an intentional decision: to align sacred time with the nearest human community rather than the visible sky. That choice felt deeply instructive. Spiritual life is not dependent on perfect conditions. It is sustained by commitment, continuity, and adaptation.

In clinical work, people often wait for circumstances to settle before tending to what is sacred—rest, reflection, connection. Antarctica offered a different lesson. Even when external markers vanish, internal rhythm can remain intact.

Ritual, like mental health, is not about control. It is about orientation.

Reminders for when you feel behind in life.Swipe to read more.
01/02/2026

Reminders for when you feel behind in life.
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01/01/2026

Even nonreligious people can experience a protective effect from spirituality.
A recent study found belief in God linked to lower suicidality, even among those unaffiliated with organized religion.
A fascinating connection.

12/31/2025

How can spirituality and intuition play a role in mental well-being?

This powerful conversation dives into the link between inner guidance and emotional resilience — and why true healing begins within.


Authenticity is the quiet courage to live in alignment with your soul. It means speaking, acting, and choosing from the ...
12/30/2025

Authenticity is the quiet courage to live in alignment with your soul. It means speaking, acting, and choosing from the deepest truth within you rather than from fear, expectation, or habit. When you are connected to your soul, your words become more genuine, your actions more deliberate, and your life more peaceful. Authenticity is not about perfection or pleasing others; it is about integrity — the inner harmony that arises when who you are inside matches how you live outside. From this place, every decision becomes an expression of your true self, and life begins to feel not forced, but divinely guided.

Evidence-based pathways to recovery from PTSD. Swipe to know more.
12/29/2025

Evidence-based pathways to recovery from PTSD.

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12/27/2025

Can spirituality actually help you live longer?
Research from the Blue Zones suggests attending faith services can add years to your life.
On the flip side, mental illness can significantly decrease life expectancy. Fascinating data to consider.

It is ok to be Messy. Freedom begins the moment you stop trying to become someone else. So much of our suffering comes f...
12/25/2025

It is ok to be Messy. Freedom begins the moment you stop trying to become someone else. So much of our suffering comes from striving to meet expectations that were never truly our own — the world’s, our family’s, or even the ones born of comparison. Being who you are means allowing your true essence to emerge without judgment or apology. It is an act of courage to live aligned with your inner truth, even when it defies convention. When you release the need to perform or prove, you discover that authenticity is not effortful; it is your natural state. The more you honor your genuine self, the more peaceful, purposeful, and whole your life becomes.

12/24/2025

Psychedelics bridge the gap between science and spirituality, impacting neuroplasticity and disrupting rigid thought patterns. This unique process allows for profound personal meaning and lasting therapeutic effects. It facilitates a vulnerable period where we can rethink how we see the world.

Learning to let go is not about giving up; it is about trusting that life unfolds with a wisdom far greater than our own...
12/23/2025

Learning to let go is not about giving up; it is about trusting that life unfolds with a wisdom far greater than our own. When we cling to people, outcomes, or outdated versions of ourselves, we block the natural flow of energy and growth that is always seeking to move through us. Letting go invites grace back into our lives and allows space for healing, renewal, and possibility. In this release, the soul can finally breathe again. The moment we surrender control, we stop resisting what is and begin aligning with what is meant to be. True peace arises not from holding on, but from softening—trusting that what is meant for us will never pass us by.

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Dr. Anna Yusim is a board-certified psychiatrist with a private practice in New York City's Upper East Side and a Lecturer at the Yale University School of Medicine. She completed her undergraduate education at Stanford University, where she studied Biology & Philosophy. Dr. Yusim attended Yale Medical School & the NYU Residency Training Program in Psychiatry. She believes every person is unique and therefore needs an individually-tailored therapy approach. The philosophy of Dr. Yusim’s practice is to help individuals achieve their highest level of psychological, emotional & mental well-being. Dr. Yusim's book: "Fulfilled - How the Science of Spirituality Helps You Live a Happier, More Meaningful Life" is currently available to order on Amazon.com