The sun is finally out and with it comes the strong pull to enjoy NYC’s parks, restaurants and rooftops. In contrast to the darker, colder months, when the temperature rises and sun sets later, the city comes to life with more experiences available at your fingertips. Despite feeling like you have more energy to take on such activities, it is common to feel anxiety and pressure to fill our time and make the most of the sunshine. Such worries can lead to feelings of “FOMO” or “fear of missing out.”

Mikayla GreeleyJune 24, 2024FOMO, SUMMER, NYC, Therapy

Navigating Peer Pressure

Have you have ever experienced a time where you felt pressure to do something because of something you saw, because others told you to do it, or because you thought it was the norm? Peer pressure is very common, especially today, where social media can create exposure into the everyday lives of others.

Lexi Nass, LCSWApril 21, 2022Pressure, NYC, CBT, UpsiderTherapy, YoungProfessional, Teens, Therapy

Setting Intentions for 2022

Many people look to a new year as a fresh start; a time to reset and think about things they may want to accomplish or even let go of. When thinking about resolutions, oftentimes it can feel overwhelming or intimidating. Because of that, it may be helpful to think about intentions, instead. So often, when thinking about resolutions, it is common to think of big goals instead of smaller, achievable goals that feel more within reach. However, intentions are less about a specific goal and more about shifting your attention towards how you want to feel.

Mia RosenbergJanuary 26, 2022NYC, COVID, NewYears, CBT, Therapy

How To Keep Healthy Quarantine Habits

As we start to move away from covid restrictions towards more of a sense of normalcy that we had pre-pandemic, it is possible that many of us may spend time reflecting on how some of the changes quarantine brought on may be for the better.

Mia RosenbergJune 17, 2021NYC, Habits, Quarantine, COVID, CBT, Therapy, Young Professional

Celebrating in COVID

Many of us enjoy getting together with friends and family to celebrate loved ones and joyous occasions. Getting together and celebrating is a way for us to connect with our family and friends, strengthen our existing relationships and make everlasting memories. Since the pandemic, we have had to change the way we celebrate one another but have found that there are safe ways to celebrate and be there for big life events.

Elizabeth Koblenz, LCSWMay 4, 2021NYC, Celebrate, COVID19, Therapy, Young Professional, Friends, Family, Birthday, Wedding

Out Of The Box New Year's Resolutions

The idea of New Year’s resolutions can feel overwhelming and pressure-filled. Do you want to focus on something for self-care? On how you relate to others? Or what about how you relate to the world in general? New Year’s resolutions do not have to be some grandiose idea that is different than any other goal you may have for yourself throughout the year.

Mia RosenbergDecember 24, 2020CBT, NYC, Therapy, NewYears, Resolutions, Goals

How To Adjust To The New School Year

As we approach the upcoming school year and enjoy the last licks of summer, it is important to discuss the “elephant in the room” that no one wants to talk about. For those who have a school aged child in the home, the uncertainty of what lies ahead can feel quite daunting.

Elizabeth Koblenz, LCSWAugust 27, 2020Pandemic, schedule, structure, school, CBT, Therapy

How to Stay Motivated Through the Holiday Stretch

The month of December can feel hard. It’s cold (for those of us who live in the northeast), we have the after-Thanksgiving blues, it gets dark early, and the days seem so short. During this time it can feel really hard to stay motivated and engaged with friends.

Mia RosenbergDecember 3, 2019NYC, Nyc, Therapy, Motivation, HolidayStretch, CBT