Nothing interferes with the ability to have an authentic, reciprocal relationship like low self-esteem. If you can’t believe you’re good enough, how can you believe a loving partner could choose you? Low self-esteem can make you test or sabotage relationships that...
For this article I used the descriptions of women who have shared their online dating experiences with me to describe 11 types of (heterosexual) men who are drawn to Internet dating. I realize, as do you, that there are infinite varieties of men who engage in online...
With groups, at work, with your partner, with your family, and alone you might feel like you are different people. At times you may even feel like a fraud. Somehow you think you’re supposed to know more, be different, have some sort of tangible or social skill set...
When the pain is at its worst, can you imagine being able to make a clean break from everything and everyone that reminds you of your ex? With modern technology, the incredible amount of access you have to your ex makes a clean break nearly impossible. Figuring out...
It’s both noble and self-sacrificing to stay in a relationship because leaving would crush your partner. You’re loyal to the core, but also profoundly dissatisfied. Now your struggle is to balance the vow you made to your partner to stay in the relationship against...
Here's the thing: you are allowed to make whatever moral choices for yourself that you deem correct, but we are not a theocracy and you should not want it to be. ... See MoreSee Less
Every so often a musical prodigy comes along and sends goosebumps up and down and all around. 15 years old. You’re gonna love her! ... See MoreSee Less
Is it possible for an article I wrote in 2017 to be EVEN MORE relevant now? Yes, when the topic is the cognitive decline of Donald Trump. It's getting worse, folks. You thought Grandpa Joe's forgetfulness and mumbling were bad? They're nothing compared to the hate-filled confabulations that inhabit the mind of Trump. Read more here: ... See MoreSee Less
I just noticed some outdated rating system that was used to assess my written contributions on here back in the day when this was a primary communication tool. Now, while I’m less productive in the summer, I am finding substack to be a place to write and receive feedback and support about this crucial time in our history - the 2024 election. Lately, Substack where I have a “page” called “Trump Dementia News,” is where I’ve been “hanging out.” I have advertised/ announced on here) previously when I have written there to communicate clinical theories and observations. All that said, I thought I would add more updated “ratings” about my actual work with patients through the years. If there are any other patients that I have had, or readers of my work whom I have helped to gain perspective and feel more hopeful that want to write something, please feel free. I have been stuck at #10 out of 4,135 therapists in the NY area for quite awhile now which is annoying. I am ready and hopeful that this domain moves the dial! Thanks all and i will try to make my way back here soon!! ... See MoreSee Less