Posts Tagged ‘Mental Health’
Transition to College: Tips from a Women’s Therapist for Easing the Adjustment to College Life
The transition from high school to college is a major life change. For teenagers who graduated high school this spring, preparing for college this fall evokes many mixed emotions. Leaving home and starting college can bring about feelings of excitement, anxiety, stress, apprehension, and overwhelm to name a few. It’s completely normal to have mixed…
Read MoreTherapy for Women in NYC: Overcoming Perfectionism
It’s a natural human desire to want to achieve and experience success. Whether you’re striving to be promoted at work or obtain good grades in school, it’s completely understandable to feel motivated by success. Having high standards in itself is not a bad thing. However, if you find your high exceptions lead to feeling like…
Read MoreFrom Stress to Strength: Transformative Therapy for Women’s Mental Health
As a woman, undoubtedly you experience moments of self-doubt, anxiety, and even negative thinking patterns. Similarly, you may find you struggle with regulating your emotions and experience high levels of stress. Stress is a natural part of living in this world. However, when stress goes unchecked, it can lead to greater mental health struggles. If…
Read MoreThe Art of Setting Boundaries: Empowering Women Through Therapy
Why Do Women Struggle with People-pleasing and Setting Boundaries? Various cultural and societal norms have shaped the beliefs and behaviors of women today. Many women who are highly empathetic and attuned to the emotions of others may find it comes naturally to be responsive to the needs of others. This innate empathy is frequently combined…
Read MoreBreaking Free from the Comparison Trap: Strategies for Women’s Mental Wellness
Humans are wired to be social beings. In fact, for our ancestors to survive, it was crucial to engage in comparison to secure one’s safety. However, if you find yourself frequently comparing to others and preoccupied with negative self-talk, it’s worth taking the time to explore the comparison trap and how to break free from…
Read MoreHighly Sensitive Woman & How Women Counseling in NYC Can Support You
Highly Sensitive People make up around 20% of the population. As an HSP, you are born with a specific temperament. This trait allows you to experience your life and the world around you in a unique and special way, one that is vastly different than others. As a highly sensitive woman, you process information and…
Read MoreWhat are the Mental Health Issues of Female Students in College? : Breaking the Silence
In the vibrant city we know and love, attending college in New York City can be exciting, but at times incredibly stressful and even anxiety-provoking. The combined pressures of academic life, social expectations, and personal growth can sometimes leave one feeling overwhelmed. For many young women, these challenges manifest in various mental health struggles that…
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