by Marc Shulman | Nov 9, 2021 | Relationship
The strongest and most rewarding relationships are almost always those where the couple communicates. Communication includes telling your partner you love them and explaining when you are upset. But communication is also sharing what makes you unique – your...
by Marc Shulman | Oct 21, 2021 | Anxiety
Thinking of worst-case scenarios is our brain’s survival mechanism. By thinking of the worst outcome, we can prepare for it and, hopefully, prevent it or prepare ourselves emotionally if it occurs. It feels like it puts us back in control in a situation that can feel...
by Marc Shulman | Oct 7, 2021 | Long Island Therapy
Almost everyone struggles with negative ways of thinking from time to time. It can be that you’re dwelling on your past or maybe you are worried about the future. Maybe you are even having issues with the present, personalizing the thoughts and actions of people...
by Marc Shulman | Sep 15, 2021 | Long Island Therapy
Everyone has negative thoughts from time to time. When those thoughts become a pattern of thinking, they will quickly hurt your moods and change your behaviors. These thinking traps or cognitive distortions are usually inaccurate as well. We call these thinking...
by Marc Shulman | Sep 1, 2021 | Self Esteem and Confidence
Today’s world tells us that we should strive for perfection. We are told from a young age to make plans for our future. Media convinces us that the right loving relationship will come along and fulfill us. Social media shows us friends and influencers living perfect...