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How Expressions of Thoughts and Feelings Communicates More Than the Message Itself
"Communication." It's a term that is used so often when describing healthy relationships that it is arguably cliché. But that is partially because the term "communication" is not always understood....
Tips to Grow and Maintain Intimacy in a Relationship
As life gets busier and we acquire more and more responsibilities, some of the behaviors that led to a healthy relationship can occasionally be put on the back burner. There are often so many things...
How to Maintain Your Own Individual Identity in a Relationship
There is a reason we start relationships. Relationships are fulfilling, encouraging, and provide support that we need to thrive both as a couple and as individuals. Marriage, especially, is...
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...
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