Why Must we Be Happy? Part 3
by Deniz Sidali, M.A. I saw a comedy movie a few days ago called Hector in Search of Happiness. I highly recommend seeing this British film because it was not only very funny but it in fact incorporated a lot of
Self-Care: The Oxygen Mask
by Shannon O’Neill, M.A. If you are a frequent flyer, it is safe to say you have become familiar with the safety demonstrations that are reviewed before departure. Somewhere between fastening one’s seatbelt and powering down electronic devices, the oxygen
When Words Are Just Not Enough… There’s Intonation!!!!
by Jennifer Shindman, M.S. A therapist, in many ways, is like a salesperson. We are trying to sell our clients a new way of thinking, and while it is true that they are coming in to be solicited, they still
Curing the “I cant stand-it-itis”
by Brooke Guttenberg, M.S. I cannot stand this, I cannot handle this, I just cannot! These are the common symptoms of “I cant-stand-it-itis.” Similar to other “itises” those suffering from such symptoms may experience lack of motivation, difficulty focusing, and
Certainty in Romantic Love
by Kristen Tobias, M.A. Lately, it seems like a lot of people are looking for certainty in love. In my professional and personal circles, individuals ask, “How do I know if he/she is the one for me? What does it
Change: A Process of the Present
by Shannon O’Neill, M.A. Many would agree that our primary objective in life is to become the best version of ourselves. In order to achieve this, individuals attempt to avoid uncomfortable emotions (e.g., anger, depression, anxiety) by making calculated choices
Functional versus Dysfunctional Anger: Part 2 - Functional Anger
by William Taboas, M.A. In this entry, we will first make the distinction between healthy and unhealthy anger. We will then discuss healthy beliefs to maintain a rational perspective in the face of potentially maddening situations. You may be asking
The 10 (Irrational) Commandments – Part 1 of 2
by Ennio Ammendola, M.A., MHC How many times in life have you been talking to people who describe their lives in terms of a super rigid set of principles related to school, work, and relationships? It feels like listening to
Practicing Productivity
Brooke Guttenberg, M.S. As I sat down to write this blog, I initially intended to discuss procrastination and the types of self-talk that can lead us to put off completing tasks. As I thought more about this topic, I decided
Donkey versus Elephant
Jennifer Shindman, M.S. I have a dream that one day we will live in a world where theoretical orientation will not judged by its name, but by its efficacy and evidence base. Last Sunday, I went to a psychotherapy integration