Anxiety about change makes it difficult to make important life decisions and pursue goals. For example, anxiety about change in routines can influence whether or not to start a family or switch jobs. Sometimes it is possible to spend more…
Social anxiety during holidays can be even more stressful than trying to manage social anxiety symptoms on a regular day. There are specific standards and expectations associated with social functions during the holiday season. For example, workplace parties, gift exchanging…
Young adult anxiety is becoming more prevalent in today’s world. We all go through difficult times but young adults today are dealing with high expectations and pressures that are different from previous generations. As a therapist in Rockland County NY,…
Overthinking social interactions will have you replaying past conversations and social experiences you’ve had. This often looks like evaluating your performance and overanalyzing the details surrounding the social interaction. Even when it is no longer necessary and the situation is…
Learning to identify and manage stress is good for our health and an effective way to reduce anxiety symptoms. Keep stress levels low and you are likely to feel better overall. Using a stress management plan is one way to ensure…
End of summer anxiety and end of summer blues can begin as soon as August starts. If you are feeling a mix of worry and sadness that the summer is coming to an end, you are not alone. Transitioning back…
Perfectionism and procrastination often make for a challenging experience. You have something to do but just can’t seem to get it started or completed. The pressure to get it done begins to increase and activates the procrastination cycle. How Does…
Dating anxiety can make it feel difficult to put yourself out there. Many people feel nervous dating because it involves meeting someone new. You want to look your best and make a good impression. This is completely natural and there…
Creating and sticking to a morning self care routine can set you up to succeed in your daily goals. These tips can help even the non-morning person flourish and feel more centered throughout the day. What is a Morning Self…
Motherhood anxiety involves frequent worrying and concern about various things. Worrying can be related to your children’s wellbeing or it can go beyond that to more general events and situations. The toll of feeling on edge and trying to control…