When ADHD Isn’t the Answer: A Case Study Lisa**, a 57-year-old marketing executive, sat in my office convinced she had adult ADHD. Over the past nine years, she had noticed a slow but steady decline in her ability to focus. Emails that once took minutes to write now felt like a struggle. She frequently lost her train of thought mid-conversation … [Read more...]
What is Schema Therapy & How Will it Benefit You?
Feeling Stuck, Self-Critical, or Disconnected? Schema Therapy Can Help You Heal, Grow, and Thrive Have you ever wondered why the same frustrating patterns keep repeating in your life? Maybe you constantly push yourself but never feel like you’re doing enough. Maybe you keep choosing emotionally unavailable partners, avoid conflict … [Read more...]
Under-diagnosed ADHD – Under-Represented Populations Including BIPOC and LGBTQ+ People: The Need for Improved Access to Care and Treatment- Help for Adult ADHD
Under-diagnosis in BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) and LGBTQ+ individuals and other people, often face significant barriers to receiving an effective assessment and treatment for adult ADHD. Therefore, this article discusses reasons for under-diagnosis, impact of cultural biases, limitations to access for treatment, and potential … [Read more...]
5 Steps to Managing Anger: A Guide to Finding Peace at Work
Anger is an emotion that we all experience from time to time, and the workplace is no exception. In today's fast-paced and often stressful professional environments, it's common to encounter situations that trigger anger. However, how we handle that anger can significantly impact our work relationships, productivity, and overall well-being. In this … [Read more...]
The Latest Research on Psychedelics and Ketamine for Treating Psychiatric Issues
There has been a growing interest in the potential therapeutic benefits of psychedelics and ketamine for treating psychiatric issues such as depression, alcohol use disorder, and PTSD. This emerging field of research has shown promising results, but it is essential to approach these findings with caution and an understanding of the … [Read more...]
Break Free from Limiting Beliefs: Schema Therapy’s Secret to Executive Success and Transformational Leadership
In the professional development journey, our beliefs and thought patterns, called schemas, often significantly determine our success. Schema Therapy, a groundbreaking psychological approach, offers a comprehensive framework for understanding and addressing these deep-seated patterns that can hinder progress. Beyond understanding, Schema Therapy … [Read more...]
Fatigue: Do You Feel Tired All the Time? Is it Depression or Something Else?
Fatigue - Is it Depression or Something Else? "I am tired all the time. It feels like having brain fog. Most days, I'm so tired that I can not even get up in the morning, can not focus, and procrastinate. The time I spend working about being tired is making me tired." This is what Kevin* said to me when he called to make an appointment. When I … [Read more...]
Low energy? Could it be a medical issue? Effective Counseling + Therapy in New York City.
Do you feel tired all the time? Many medical and psychiatric issues may contribute to you feeling tired, foggy or worn out. When I see a patient who is struggling with low energy, I am always thinking about whether there could be an underlying medical or psychiatric issue. Here are some tips to always consider when seeing a patient who is … [Read more...]
Maximize the Benefit of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Maximize the Benefit of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) may be as effective as medications for adult ADHD as well as anxiety and depression and here are seven strategies to help you maximize the benefit of this therapy. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is based on the science that by identifying our distorted thoughts … [Read more...]
Depression and The Challenges in the Diagnosis
Depression and The Challenges in Diagnosis Introduction The majority of people with bipolar disorder present to their physician or psychiatrist with symptoms of depression rather than mania. In addition, the depressive symptoms of bipolar are often the most frequent and debilitating. However, many patients with bipolar disorder are often … [Read more...]