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- Anxiety
Anxiety has a bad reputation. We often define anxiety as debilitating and uncomfortable, and see it as leading to avoidance of people, places, and things. Or maybe anxiety is what
- DBT
Today, we’re diving into one of the super cool skills from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) – the PLEASE skill. This skill is a hidden gem for managing your mental health
- Trauma
What are Trauma Bonds? Trauma bonds are unhealthy emotional attachments that form between an individual and their abuser. These bonds develop as a survival mechanism, a psychological response to threatening
- Anxiety
What is avoidance? It involves consciously sidestepping challenging or unwanted situations to protect our mental and emotional well-being. While many people are familiar with the idea of avoiding, sometimes it
- Depression
As the days grow shorter and the temperature drops, many find themselves grappling with more intense feelings of sadness or depression. Many are familiar with the concept of Seasonal Affective
- Self-Care
In the journey of personal growth and self-improvement, one invaluable gift that life offers is feedback. While the mere mention of feedback might trigger anxiety or defensiveness in some individuals,
- IFS
There are many different types of therapeutic approaches to aid in someone’s wellness journey. It is essential to explore therapeutic approaches that empower you and feel like a good fit.
- Self-Care
The seasons are changing and with colder temperatures comes a change in accessible coping mechanisms for many individuals. Going for a walk, exercising outdoors, or even sitting in the park
- DBT
What is Radical Acceptance? Radical acceptance is a key concept and skill within Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based therapy developed by Marsha Linehan. It
- ADHD
As teenagers transition into adulthood, an essential skill they need to develop is independent self-management. The ability to effectively manage various aspects of life, such as finances, time, and responsibilities,
- ADHD
Each person has a unique sensory profile, meaning that every individual has different sensory preferences and sensitivities. Common preferences may include observing a sunset, smelling flowers, or listening to a
- Trauma
Enmeshment trauma, or sometimes called emotional incest, refers to a family system that lacks boundaries. In an enmeshed family, the parents or caregiver inappropriately relies on the child to meet
How to Find a Therapist Who Takes Your Insurance
Finding a therapist is hard enough. Finding one who takes your insurance can feel like a part-time job. The directories are overwhelming, half the listings
From Emotional Dysregulation to Balance: How DBT Therapy Can Change Your Life
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What to Expect in Your First Therapy Session
Starting therapy is a significant step. It can also feel intimidating — particularly if you’ve never done it before, or if past experiences with therapy
IFS Therapy vs. EMDR — What’s the Difference and Which Is Right for You?
If you’ve been researching trauma therapy, you’ve probably encountered both IFS and EMDR. Both are evidence-based. Both are used for trauma. Both are offered at
ADHD in Black Women — Why It Goes Undiagnosed and What to Do About It
If you’re a Black woman who got to adulthood wondering why everything felt harder than it seemed to for everyone else — why focus was
ADHD and Time Blindness — Why You’re Always Late and What Actually Helps
If you have ADHD, you probably already know you have a complicated relationship with time. You know what time it is. You set alarms. You
ADHD Coaching vs. Therapy — What’s the Difference and Which Do You Need?
If you’ve been looking for support with ADHD, you’ve probably encountered both therapy and coaching as options. Both involve working one-on-one with a professional. Both
Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria: What It Is, Why It’s Common in ADHD, and How to Manage It
If you have ADHD and you’ve described a feeling of sudden, overwhelming emotional pain in response to criticism, rejection, or the sense that you’ve disappointed
Grounding Techniques for Trauma Recovery: Mindfulness Practices for Everyday Life
Recovering from trauma is not a linear process, and it rarely happens all at once. It happens in the moments between therapy sessions — in
IFS vs. CBT — At Kind Mind, You Don’t Have to Choose
If you have spent any time researching therapy, you have probably run into the question of approach. IFS or CBT? Parts work or thought records?
How to Find an IFS Therapist in NYC: What to Look For and What to Ask
You’ve decided you want to try IFS therapy. Maybe you read about it, or a friend recommended it, or something about the model resonated with
IFS Therapy for BIPOC Clients: Why a Parts-Based Approach Works Differently When Identity Is Part of the Story
Internal Family Systems therapy is, at its core, a model about compassion — for every part of you, without exception. That includes the parts that
ADHD and Relationships — How ADHD Affects Partners, Friendships, and Family
ADHD is often described as an attention disorder. But for many of the adults living with it, the most painful impact isn’t at work or
ADHD and Anxiety — How to Tell What’s What When Both Are Present
ADHD and anxiety are two of the most common mental health conditions in adults. They also frequently appear together — research estimates that somewhere between
IFS Therapy for Anxiety — Understanding the Parts That Keep You Stuck
If you have struggled with anxiety, you have probably been given a lot of strategies. Breathe deeply. Challenge your thoughts. Do the thing that scares
ADHD in Adults: What It Really Looks Like (And Why So Many People Miss It)
Most people picture a hyperactive child when they think of ADHD. Someone who can’t sit still, blurts things out, and bounces off the walls. That
IFS Therapy for Trauma — How Parts-Based Work Heals What Talk Therapy Often Misses
When people think about trauma therapy, they often think about talking through what happened. Narrating the experience. Making sense of it. And for some people,
ADHD and Burnout: Why Therapy in NYC \& NC Is the Missing Piece
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What Is IFS Therapy — and Is It Right for You?
By Dr. Monica Johnson, PsyD You may have heard someone mention IFS, or seen the term come up when you were searching for a therapist.
DBT for ADHD — How Dialectical Behavior Therapy Helps With Emotional Dysregulation
Most conversations about ADHD treatment focus on two things: medication and executive function. How to focus. How to get started on tasks. How to manage
DBT vs. CBT — What’s the Difference and Which Do You Need?
If you’ve started researching therapy options, you’ve almost certainly encountered both CBT and DBT. Both are evidence-based. Both are widely used. Both involve skills and
What Is DBT Therapy And Is It Right for You?
You’ve probably heard the term DBT, maybe from a therapist, a friend, or a quick scroll through mental health content online. But knowing the acronym
What Does OCD Treatment Look Like?
Somewhere along the way, OCD became a punchline. It got reduced to a quirky personality trait: someone who likes their desk perfectly organized or alphabetizes
DBT Therapy for Eating Disorders in NYC & NC | Kind Mind Psychology
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Mindfulness in DBT: How It Helps with ADHD, Anxiety, and Stress
Defining ADHD, Anxiety, and Stress Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), anxiety, and stress are three conditions that often overlap and interconnect since one can trigger the other.
Recovery and Mindfulness Techniques for Everyday Life
Trauma Recovery and Mindfulness: Techniques for Everyday Life According to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th edition, text-revision (DSM-5-tr): “Psychological distress following
CBT for Anxiety and Panic Attacks in NYC & NC | Kind Mind Psychology
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Using CBT to Manage Stress: Techniques You Can Start Today
Defining and Identifying Stress Stress may not be an unfamiliar word for many in the modern world where one has endless amounts of responsibility, from
CBT & Relationship Issues – Improving communication and connection
Have you ever experienced that despite your efforts to communicate with your partner, the discussion only appears to escalate the issues? Numerous couples encounter difficulties
Overcoming Negative Self-Talk with CBT Techniques
What is negative self-talk? Nearly everyone engages in negative self-talk at times, especially when we feel like we’ve messed up. It can act as a
Signs It’s Time to Seek Out Couples Therapy: How to Know When Your Relationship Needs Professional Help
Relationships, whether romantic or otherwise, are an integral part of life. They bring joy, companionship, and support, but they also require effort, compromise, and communication.
What Is Sleep Hygiene?
Sleep hygiene refers to both your sleep environment and behavior. It’s the art of creating routines around healthy habits and avoiding things that can interfere
The Basics of CBT: What You Need to Know Before Starting Therapy
There are hundreds of psychological treatments available, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is an intervention that has been emphasized in literature, treatment, and research. With
Structuring Your Day to Avoid Procrastination
Ever wake up with a long list of things to do that aren’t very hard to do at all? Send a few emails, write down
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction to Target Depression
Navigating through the dense and overwhelming fog of depression can feel like an insurmountable task. The weight of sadness, anxiety, and hopelessness can become heavier
Discovering Purpose through Service: A Journey to Mental Wellness
In the fast-paced and often tumultuous landscape of modern life, many individuals find themselves grappling with questions of purpose and meaning. In the pursuit of
Appreciating Anxiety
Anxiety has a bad reputation. We often define anxiety as debilitating and uncomfortable, and see it as leading to avoidance of people, places, and things.
The PLEASE Skill in DBT: What it is & How to use it
Today, we’re diving into one of the super cool skills from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) – the PLEASE skill. This skill is a hidden gem
Understanding the Emotional Ties of Trauma Bonds
What are Trauma Bonds? Trauma bonds are unhealthy emotional attachments that form between an individual and their abuser. These bonds develop as a survival mechanism,