Self-Help Books: 5 Favorites
By Rachel Grossman, LMSW “The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.” —Dr. Seuss I’ve always loved books. As a little girl, I
What is relationship therapy?
By Rachel Parodneck, LMSW Many people may hear the term “relationship therapy” tossed around haphazardly but what exactly does relationship therapy entail? And who should go? All approaches focus on open communication and making sure each partner feels heard in
White Privilege, Anti-Blackness, and How To Be An Ally & An Anti-Racist
By Rachel Parodneck, LMSW & Chianne Green, LMSW CG: The year 2020 has been a year of transition, adjustment, and unrest. We have witnessed a presidential impeachment trial, a global health crisis that has impacted our economic structures, healthcare systems, and the way in
7 things to do when you miss travel
By Rachel Parodneck, LMSW If you’re like most New Yorkers, travel is an essential part of life. Whether it’s regionally, domestically, or internationally, visiting other locales gives us the opportunity to enrich our everyday lives. During this pandemic, travel has unfortunately
Finding Peace Amidst Challenge and Uncertainty
By Rachel Grossman, LMSW We are all experiencing many different emotions right now. There are moments where it might feel cozy to be at home enjoying the slower pace, and moments where we experience fear and uncertainty. Perhaps we feel as if
Can you be suffering from survivor’s guilt in the middle of the pandemic?
By Leina Rodriguez, LMFT Yes, it’s quite possible. Most of you have been quarantined for two weeks or more. You are at home. Which you are grateful to have a safe space. You have a job, which you are even more
Forget About Society’s Beauty Standards
By Chianne Green, LMSW What is your definition of beauty? They say beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but does this remain true today? We live in a world full of beauty standards defined by external factors like “society”.
Silence. My seven day journey.
By Rachel Grossman “Only when you drink from the river of silence shall you indeed sing.” ― Khalil Gibran For most of us, the opportunity to experience true silence in our daily lives can be all but impossible. In our digitalized modern
“Where Do I Fit?”
How identity can be a complex issue for people of multiracial backgrounds By Mike Chee Race in America has always been, and continues to be, a complex issue. Yet, most of the country’s discussion around race is still framed in
Mental health and Screen-Time
By Rachel Parodneck, LMSW Most of us spend hours per day on “screen-time” meaning time spent in front of an electronic device. Whether that is a computer monitor, cell phone, TV, or movies, we are spending more time than ever in
