What Real Self-Esteem Actually Is (And Why Confidence Isn’t It)
by Dr. Marc J. Shulman | Long Island Psychology | Self-Esteem, Anxiety, Depression | Updated September 2026 You landed the promotion. You paid off the car, and you finally finished the renovation everyone swore would take twice as long. About a week later, the...
Does Therapy Help With Depression?
For most people facing depression, therapy isn’t just about talking, it’s proven to help. The big question we all ask is whether sitting down with a mental health professional can actually make a real difference. In short, yes, therapy is one of the most effective...
Group Therapy: Your Compass for Navigating Shared Healing Journeys
Group therapy creates a supportive space where people meet with a skilled psychologist to share experiences and learn coping strategies. Together, participants build connections that reduce isolation while finding practical ways to navigate life’s challenges. This...
Why Do Phobias Feel Real? Understanding the Brain, Body, and Mind Behind Intense Fears
Phobias can hijack the mind and body, producing genuine panic even when no real threat exists. For individuals in Long Island, NY, and across New York State, understanding why these irrational fears feel so palpable is the first step toward relief and professional...
Are Your Measures of Success Arbitrary?
It’s healthy to have goals in life. We benefit when we seek out things that we can do that will make us feel successful personally, professionally, or otherwise. But we can also fall into a trap where our measures of success that we use – for example, a specific $$...Long Island Psychology
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