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Not Every Friend is “Best” For Everything
Within our relationships, we have a tendency to put friends into categories. For example, a “guy I know,” “a good friend,” a “best friend,” and so on. The latter category of “best” friend is an...
What is Psychological Reactance?
Have you ever felt that there were times when you knew you needed to do something – or you were pushed into doing something – and that made you feel like you didn’t want to do it or did not want to...
How to Manage Moving On
Grief is a powerful emotion. As therapists on Long Island, those that are living through a deep grief are often the clients that come to us currently in the midst of many struggles. After the death...
Overcoming the Fear of Being a “Burden” to Others
The support of our social circle is one of the reasons that we seek out friendships and relationships. These are not just people to have fun with. They’re those that we’re supposed to be able to...
What Does the Science Say About Parenting Styles?
Parenting is one of the most difficult “jobs” in the world. It comes with many ups and downs, many frustrations, but also many rewards. Everyone has their own theories on the best way to parent....
How to Comfort Others in a Time of Need
Part of being in a relationship with someone – friend or loved one – means being there for them when they need us. During a time of need, such as the death of a loved one, overcoming a difficult...
We Cannot Change Other People – We Can Only Change Ourselves
Everyone has needs and wants within any type of relationship – from romantic partners to friends and family. When those needs aren’t met, we have a tendency to get frustrated and to want the other...
How to Ward Off Worry
So often, we find ourselves worrying. We worry about money. We worry about our kids. We worry about our job. Some of these worries help us stay safe or motivate us to make a change. But other...
How to Alleviate Anxiety by Learning to Focus on the Here and Now
Anxiety has a tendency to create an uncomfortable, unsettling feeling about the future. Those with anxiety tend to focus on what could happen, or what might happen, causing them to feel as though...
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