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 support. This article clarifies how the brain’s fear circuits, thought patterns, and […]| Long Island Psychology
As psychologists, we know that money can’t by you happiness. But that doesn’t mean that money isn’t important. We need money for survival. We need it for self-growth. We need it for our medical, health, and long term care needs. We need it for college, our kids, and so on. Some people dedicate their entire […]| Long Island Psychology
Anxiety is more than a nagging feeling of nervousness. Anxiety can have some problematic and severe symptoms. It is as much a physical issue as it is a mental issue, and one that can quickly control your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. There are many different experiences that can contribute to anxiety. But one issue that […]| Long Island Psychology
Learn more about how to prepare for your life after college, and about what it means to be an emerging adult in Long Island.| Long Island Psychology
Were you a rebellious teenager? The stereotype of teenagers who don’t listen to their parents and push back against the rules they were raised with is a common one. It also isn’t entirely inaccurate. But the question that many parents need to ask is whether or not that rebellion is really that negative. While that […]| Long Island Psychology
At Long Island Psychologist, we explore some tips for parents of emerging adults. If you are in need of psychology services, call us today to get started.| Long Island Psychology
Overcoming flying phobia using cognitive behavior therapy, exposure therapy and mindfulness based stress reduction| Long Island Psychology
Typically, when we talk about anxiety in the context of therapy, the focus is one generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and similar challenges. We do not see nearly as many patients about phobias. One of the reasons for this is that, while phobias can be severe and cause immense distress, they are also typically not […]| Long Island Psychology
