Nathan’s Blog
The Many Faces of Anxiety
Anxiety is often seen as a collective ball. An all-encompassing state of being that you either have or don't have. But in reality, there are [read more]
Does Nostalgia Fuel Depression?
Ah, the good old days. If only I could go back and relive those moments. Nothing will ever be as good as that time with [read more]
Grass is Greener Syndrome: The Starvation of Needs
Grass is Greener Syndrome can be exhausting and defeating. People sometimes dismiss this issue with a quick wave of the hand -- "Oh, you always [read more]
Can Talking to Friends Really Replace Therapy?
As a therapist with many years of experience, and always aiming to improve my work every day, it frustrates me when I hear people equate [read more]
Fear of Flying: A Focused Approach
Fear of flying is a difficult phobia to treat with conventional therapy techniques. Therapists often attempt to treat this phobia with standard cognitive-behavioral techniques, but [read more]
The Grass is Greener Syndrome
How many times have we heard the cliche, "The grass is always greener on the other side?" While the overuse of this phrase has mostly [read more]
12-Steps to Creating Motivation When Depressed
Creating motivation when feeling depressed can be one of the most difficult things a person can do. An episode of depression can be physically and [read more]
Are Rebound Relationships Doomed?
Rebound relationships can be quite intense. It's often the case that the longer the previous relationship, the more intense the rebound. Why are rebound relationships [read more]
Why am I scared to meet new people??
"My close friend, my only real friend, invited me out for dinner last week. I was so excited because I hadn't been out in over [read more]
Depression and Self-Sabotage: Making the World Match You
Depression and feelings of low self-worth can have an impact in many areas of your life. Typical daily activities such as getting out of bed [read more]
Does the Media Increase Fear of Flying?
People see these stories all the time: A flight returns to the airport because of an issue (generally more out of precaution than a full [read more]
The Complexity of Sadness
Sadness isn’t always a desired feeling, but it is an essential emotion as part of the human experience. While some are more able to allow [read more]
Grass Is Greener Syndrome: THE BOOK
My book, "Grass Is Greener Syndrome: Relationships, Commitment, Perfectionism, and the Life-Changing Fear of Missing Out" is now available! For those who are new to [read more]
The Hidden Connection Between Trauma and Migraines
When you think of chronic pain, people often think that physical injuries or medical conditions are the primary culprits. However, there is actually a significant [read more]
Grass is Greener Syndrome: The Desire for the “Next” Relationship
If you haven't read my other articles or seen my webinar on Grass Is Greener Syndrome, they are on my website. A new book on [read more]
How Self-Esteem Influences Relationships
Do you ever wonder why some people seem to effortlessly navigate social situations while others often struggle? Self-esteem and generally how you feel about yourself [read more]
Depression and Chronic Pain Can Fuel Each Other
When you think of chronic pain and depression, you might assume they’re separate conditions. One manifests physically, while the other affects mental health. However, there [read more]
Fear of Flying: Increased Anxiety is Normal After Incidents
I was quoted in the Wall Street Journal this week in an article discussing flying anxiety from the recent incidents in D.C. and Philly over [read more]