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Many couples come to therapy because they feel stuck in a version of the same conversation. The topic may change, but the emotional experience feels familiar: one person feels unheard, the other feels criticized; one person pursues, the other withdraws; one person wants closeness, the other wants space. One feels like they carry all the anxiety and the other feels like they can’t say anything right. They are speaking different languages, and the difference is palpable. By the

If you have been looking for a therapist, especially in New York City, you may have noticed something frustrating: many experienced psychologists and private practice therapists do not take insurance. So it makes sense to ask: is private pay therapy worth it? Therapy is expensive. For many people, using insurance is the only realistic way to access mental health care. I do not think private pay therapy is automatically better, and I do not think the cost should be brushed asi

One of the most common questions people ask at the beginning of treatment is:“How often should I attend therapy?” Weekly sessions, biweekly sessions, and occasionally monthly appointments are all possible, but they are not equivalent in terms of clinical impact. Both empirical research and clinical experience indicate that session frequency is a meaningful factor in therapeutic effectiveness, particularly during the active phase of treatment. Why Less Than Biweekly Sessions A

Therapy sometimes feels worse before it gets better.

After writing recently about men’s emotional struggles, I found myself reflecting on what I’m noticing among women in their 20s and 30s. In my work with women in this age group, three themes come up again and again — often quietly, sometimes with shame, but almost always with recognition once spoken aloud.

Think you need a therapist who shares your background or beliefs? The research — and experience — say otherwise

Men’s mental health looks different than women’s - from irritability to disconnection. This post explores cultural pressures that keep...

Curious about how relational psychodynamic therapy works? Learn how this approach helps you explore deeper emotional patterns and build lasting change—with a therapist who walks the path with you.