Mental Health Blog

People often ask me: how it is possible to celebrate amid deep suffering and life-altering traumatic events that shatter any sense of safety...

Deciding to seek therapy is a courageous first step, but the initial phone call to a potential therapist can feel daunting. This guide is de...

Many of us encounter manipulation, but understanding its forms is key to navigating relationships healthily. This post delves into various m...

Thinking of using an AI app for mental health? It might offer tips, but it can't replace a therapist. AI lacks intuition, can't read the roo...

Moving to a new country can feel overwhelming, but settling in is about more than just checking off tasks—it’s about finding a sense of home...

It's getting close to Pesach and I'm thinking: what do I want to focus on at my seder table with my adolescent children who can now carry in...

In its most general sense, self-care is often equated with self-pampering. Given this notion, it can be seen as selfish. However, that idea...

When beginning a new job if you are constantly worried about failing and feeling like you need to prove yourself at every turn that can caus...

We’re in isolation, and isolation has brought us together.

Facing Our Fears

I feel frustrated when people dismiss lesser well-known disordered eating behaviours. My experience has led me to very confidently believe,...

Growing up, I remember people saying, “I’m so depressed.” What made them so depressed? Various…

Sometimes the question sits on the back burner like low-simmering stew that has all but been forgotten. An innocent question may ignite a fi...

Dreams bring images and messages from the depths of our soul. It is our psyche’s way of compensating for our conscious life, which is only o...

Parents are often reluctant to admit that their teenager is acting in ways which are abusive due to their own feelings of guilt, shame or a...

Several theories exist to explain the higher incidence of anxiety disorders or depression among individuals with ADHD. One theory presumes t...