NYC Anxiety, Depression, & Couples Therapy

11/25/2025

Parenting, partnership, and communication all come down to the same core skills: attunement, emotional regulation, boundaries, repair, and curiosity.

We don’t have to magically know how to do these things — we learn them.

And we can start today.

Drop a 🔥 if you want more bite-sized scripts and tools you can use in real life — not theory.

11/15/2025

We spend so much energy trying to show up well for our kids—working hard, managing schedules, keeping the family moving forward.

But here’s the part many overwhelmed, high-achieving parents miss:

Your kids don’t just learn from what you do.
They learn from how you treat yourself.

When they see you push relentlessly, never rest, never ask for help, never pause… they quietly learn that worth is earned only through effort.

But when they see you breathe…
When they watch you rest without guilt, repair when things are hard, and return with softness instead of perfection—
something powerful happens:

They learn that being human is not a performance.
It’s a rhythm.

Research from Kristin Neff and self-determination theory shows that children build resilience not through nonstop productivity, but through self-compassion, intrinsic motivation, and balance. And those skills grow when they are modeled—not demanded.

So yes—show them persistence and strength.
But also show them rest.
Show them care.
Show them grace.

Because one day, when they’re overwhelmed or hurting, the voice they’ve internalized won’t be:
“Try harder.”
It will be:
“Pause. Repair. Then keep going.”

That’s how we raise humans who believe they’re enough—even when they’re not doing anything at all.

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11/08/2025

Healthy couples fight — they just fight better. Conflict isn’t a sign of trouble; it’s a sign that both people still care enough to engage. What really matters is how quickly and intentionally you repair. 💬

✨ Tip: Next time tension rises, remind yourself — it’s not “me vs. you.” It’s “us vs. the problem.”

10/24/2025

Even 15 minutes of focused, device-free connection with your child can make a powerful difference.

Research shows that parental time, even in modest amounts, is linked to children’s higher self-worth, emotional well-being and strong sense of security.
You don’t need hours of uninterrupted play — what matters is showing up, really listening, and being present.

Those small moments accumulate, sending the message: “You’re valued, you’re safe here, I see you.”

Busy parents: you’re doing more than you think. Every meaningful “hello, how was your day?”, every shared snack or quick game helps build your child’s inner foundation. ❤️

10/09/2025

You’re not “too much” for wanting meaningful time together, reassurance, reliability, or accountability in your relationship. 💛

These aren’t clingy demands — they’re core attachment needs.

According to attachment research (Bowlby, Ainsworth, Hazan & Shaver, Johnson, Gottman), secure relationships thrive on emotional responsiveness — feeling seen, safe, and significant to your partner.

We all need:
💬 Reassurance — “You matter to me.”
⏰ Focused attention — “I’m here with you.”
🤝 Reliability — “You can count on me.”
🪞Accountability — “When I hurt you, I’ll own it.”

When these needs are met, our nervous system settles. We show up with more patience, curiosity, and love. That’s not neediness — that’s human wiring. 🧠❤️

10/06/2025

05/30/2025

When anxiety strikes, having simple techniques at your fingertips can make all the difference. These evidence-based methods can help bring your nervous system back into balance. Which works best for you?

02/18/2025

02/05/2025

Need support in setting and achieving your goals? Progressive goal setting can help you start small and manageable.