“Attachment styles” is one of those phrases I’ve been hearing nonstop, in professional conversations with colleagues, in casual chats with friends, and scrolling through social media feeds. The concept has gone mainstream in the last few years, and much of that visibility can be traced back to the success and staying power of Attached. First […]
I’m not saying that I personally fall into the category of “adult child of emotionally immature parents.” That would be uncouth. But let’s just say that when I first saw the title, I had a suspicious urge to grab the book, hide it in a brown paper bag like contraband, and read it under the
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If your social media feed looks anything like mine, you’re seeing hundreds of health influencers spouting “the new study that shows…” every single day. Whether it’s a video about dopamine detoxing, a thread on miracle supplements, or a reel convincing you that cold plunges can cure depression, the wellness industry thrives on an endless stream
When you’re experiencing a mental health concern, one of the first questions that comes up is: Should I see a therapist or a psychiatrist? At NY Mental Health Center, we offer both types of care, and we know the decision can be confusing. Understanding the differences—and how they can work together—can help you make the
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The Collapse Is the Point: A Psychologist’s Take on Kendall Roy By a psychologist who’s treated more than one golden child on the edge Let’s talk about Kendall Roy — heir apparent, corporate casualty, tragic antihero, and reluctant wrecking ball of HBO’s Succession. If Logan Roy was the iceberg, Kendall is the Titanic: doomed, dazzling,
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This Is Not for You: A Psychologist’s Take on Logan Roy from Succession By a psychologist who’s seen a few kings fall off their thrones Let’s talk about Logan Roy — the gravel-voiced patriarch, empire-builder, and emotionally barren command center at the heart of HBO’s Succession. Watching Logan isn’t like watching a meltdown. It’s more
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By a veteran psychologist who’s definitely overcooked a few things too Let’s talk about Carmy Berzatto — the brilliant, haunted, and frequently spiraling chef at the heart of FX’s The Bear. If you’ve seen the show, you probably already feel like you’ve been in therapy just from watching it. The clatter, the chaos, the constant
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When we think about “bad therapy,” we often imagine dramatic ethical violations—like a therapist sleeping with a client or sharing confidential information. While those examples clearly fall into the realm of malpractice, bad therapy more often occurs in quieter, more insidious ways. It may not always make headlines or result in lawsuits, but it can
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In recent years, Americans have found themselves increasingly divided—not just politically, but socially, culturally, and even within families and friend groups. At NY Mental Health Center (NYMHC), we’re seeing the emotional consequences of this shift show up regularly in therapy rooms: heightened anxiety, social withdrawal, strained relationships, and chronic emotional exhaustion. What we are witnessing
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Technologies of Distraction: The Mental Health Cost of Always Being Connected In today’s hyper-connected world, our devices promise productivity, convenience, and connection. But at the NY Mental Health Center, we’re seeing the darker side of digital life every day: rising anxiety, difficulty focusing, sleep disturbance, emotional dysregulation, and an overall erosion of psychological well-being—particularly in
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