Are High Expectations Sabotaging your Relationships?
Is it bad to have high expectations? Not necessarily. There’s nothing wrong with having certain standards for your life and for your relationships, as long as they’re within reason. [read more]
Grass is Greener Syndrome: Euphoric Memories and Craving
'Grass is Greener' syndrome is a really tough and paralyzing cycle for many people who struggle with this issue. It can make people feel that they are never fully [read more]
I Have Nothing to Say Today, Should I Still Go to Therapy?
Spoiler alert: Yes, you should still go. (compiled scenario to protect confidentiality): I was having one of those days where it just felt like everything was fine. Nothing really [read more]
I’m a Therapist: Here is What Annoys Me…
It really takes a lot to get on my nerves as a therapist. In fact, there are very few things that would actually annoy me when working with someone. [read more]
Love—Isn’t What You Think
Movies can create the impression that when two people are in-love they should always be lost in each other’s gaze, smiling when they look at each other, or constantly [read more]
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 various forms of anxiety [read more]
New Year’s and Self-Improvement
New Years can hold a variety of meaning for people. While the concept of the “New Year’s Resolution” is a popular annual game, it is the overall opportunity that [read more]
Why Small Talk Causes Anxiety
One of my specialties in my practice is working with people who struggle with various forms of anxiety, including social anxiety. And it’s a consensus that small talk is [read more]
Is ‘Instant Gratification’ Really Gratifying?
We live in a world where instant (and constant) gratification seems to be the demand. We want responses to texts and emails immediately. We can watch TV without commercials, [read more]
Grass is Greener Syndrome: The Starvation of Needs
‘Grass is Greener’ Syndrome is no joke. People often regard this issue with a quick wave of the hand — “Oh, you always think the grass is greener on [read more]