The inclusion of the Gender Dysphoria diagnosis within the DSM-V is a controversial topic in the spheres of psychological practice and...

Grief doesn’t follow a calendar. It doesn’t care if it’s been three months or three years. It arrives like a tide—sometimes quiet and...

As a therapist, I often meet people who are struggling, not just with anxiety, depression, or relationship issues—but with something even...

Not too long ago, a Bangladeshi mom I work with said something that stuck with me: “When my daughter told me she was in therapy, I didn’t...

In the age of social media, mental health providers are all over Instagram and TikTok giving “advice” and suggestions on navigating life....

There’s something profoundly meditative about standing on the edge of a cliff, watching the ocean stretch endlessly into the horizon. I...

The Mind Wanders There’s a moment in meditation that happens to everyone, no matter how experienced they are. You sit down, close your...

Be Strong? Or Be Honest? Rethinking Resilience in a World That Silences Pain We live in a world that worships strength and stoicism....

New York City — the land of opportunity, ambition, overpriced cocktails, and, of course, a dating pool as vast and varied as a Friday...

As an armchair Buddhist, I’ve always found the concept of Dukkha to be grounding, especially when I feel my presence getting swept away...

Whether it is my client who has been waiting for his green card for the past seven years, the client who recently got naturalized, the...

I have a feeling I’m not alone in sensing that the world feels heavy these days. The news cycle is relentless. Often, it’s a steady...

Managing Social Media Burnout In today's hyper-connected world, social media is a powerful tool for communication, activism, education,...

What is DEI? Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) refers to principles and practices that aim to foster more inclusive, just, and...

Post-Holiday Financial Stress: When Giving Gets Tough The holiday season is a time for joy, celebration, and connection, but let’s be...

Since I was a kid, I’ve been captivated by the magic of poetry—the way a few carefully chosen words can capture the full spectrum of...

Discussing therapy with a friend or family member can be a challenging conversation, especially if they are resistant to the idea of...

Have you ever felt like no matter how hard you try, nothing you do seems to make a difference? That no matter how many times you make an...

The transition of a presidential administration often brings a mix of emotions and uncertainties, especially for transgender individuals...

Ah, January. The month of fresh starts, new beginnings, and... the ever-looming pressure of New Year’s resolutions. Everywhere you turn,...