Life is about pursuing our passions. We only have one life to live, and our ability to look back on our life with happiness and free of regret is based on whether we may choices that are in line with our self-interests – that are based on who we are as a person. But this […]| Long Island Psychology
Friendship is incredibly powerful. While so much focus is placed on romantic relationships, non-sexual relationships can have arguably as much benefit to a person’s mental health and happiness as a committed couple. All forms of social support are beneficial for development and wellness, and close friendships are a perfectly valid way of receiving that support. […]| Long Island Psychology
The primary focus of therapy and counseling is to overcome a mental health challenge, such as depression, anxiety, stress, and other common ailments. Those disorders are thoroughly stressful, negative events that cause sadness, tension, and similar negative emotions. But a fulfilling life is not just about avoiding the bad emotions. It is also about experiencing […]| Long Island Psychology
Is your life a happy one? This is a more complex question than it may seem at first glance because of the temporary, quick-changing nature of emotions. You may feel happy now, but in an hour, you might feel something different altogether. How do you find happiness when emotions can be so unpredictable? “Positive psychology” […]| Long Island Psychology
There are many factors that increase happiness. As a therapist, a factor that I often consider is how comfortable each person is in their own skin. Being comfortable with who you are is one of the most critical elements of happiness, and it is something we work on in therapy. What Does it Mean to […]| Long Island Psychology
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. There is some truth to the idea that you should trust your instincts – that all children are different, and […]| Long Island Psychology
Life can feel draining at times. It can feel as though it is so busy, there is never any time for you to achieve your goals or pursue the things you want to pursue. It is true that there is a limited amount of time and energy that we have in the day, and most […]| Long Island Psychology
