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Discover how adult ADHD affects focus, relationships, and daily life. Learn coping strategies, executive functioning support, and therapy options in NYC. Keywords: adult ADHD therapy NYC, ADHD executive functioning support, ADHD and relationships, ADHD coping skills.

Learn how couples therapy in NYC can improve communication, resolve conflict, and strengthen relationships. Discover evidence-based strategies for healthier partnerships.

Perfectionism often hides behind phrases like “I just want to do my best” or “I hold myself to high standards.” While striving for excellence can be motivating, perfectionism becomes harmful when it leads to chronic stress, anxiety, or feelings of never being good enough. Many professionals in New York City—especially those in demanding, high-pressure fields—find themselves stuck in this exhausting cycle.

Social media has become an integral part of daily life for today’s teens. Platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat can help adolescents stay connected with friends, discover new ideas, and express creativity. However, research increasingly shows a connection between heavy social media use and teen mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, body image struggles, and sleep problems (Twenge & Farley, 2021). For parents, the challenge lies in striking a balan

From the outside, people with high-functioning anxiety seem to “have it all together.” They excel in their careers, keep up appearances socially, and often appear organized, reliable, and successful. But beneath the surface, they may feel overwhelmed, restless, and constantly driven by worry or fear of failure.

Learn the difference between toxic and healthy relationships. Discover signs of emotional abuse, healthy conflict, and how therapy can help couples and individuals build secure dynamics.

Learn how to manage rejection sensitivity (RSD) with evidence-based strategies. Support for ADHD, trauma, and emotional sensitivity from Upper East Side Psychology.

Nervous about starting therapy? Learn what happens in your first therapy session, what to expect during the intake process, and how therapy works—so you can start with confidence.

Learn expert-backed strategies to support a teen struggling with anxiety or depression. Find out how adolescent therapy in NYC can help your child thrive.

Learn how perfectionism affects mental health and discover evidence-based strategies to break the cycle. Expert insights from Upper East Side Psychology.

Curious if online therapy is as effective as in-person sessions? Explore what the research shows, what to expect, and how to get the most out of virtual therapy at Upper East Side Psychology.

Learn how therapy can support you during life transitions such as career changes, parenthood, or loss. Discover evidence-based strategies from Upper East Side Psychology to build resilience and foster growth.

Struggling with low motivation or feeling stuck in life? Learn how therapy helps you identify roadblocks, rebuild energy, and take action again.

Caught in a cycle of procrastination and anxiety? Learn how therapy helps you overcome avoidance, reduce self-doubt, and take action again.

Learn how to recognize emotional distress in teens and when to seek therapy. Discover signs, treatment options, and how parents can support teen mental health.

Feeling unmotivated, drained, or overwhelmed? You may be experiencing burnout—not laziness. Learn to spot the signs and how therapy can help you recover and regain balance.

Constantly second-guessing your partner or fearing rejection? Learn how relationship anxiety can sabotage love—and what you can do to stop the cycle. Therapy in NYC & online.

Perfectionism can lead to burnout, anxiety, and low self-worth. Learn how therapy helps high achievers build confidence and balance. Read more from Upper East Side Psychology.

Discover how self-talk influences performance, emotional regulation, and motivation. Learn 4 types of self-talk and how to use them to feel more confident, focused, and in control.

Struggling with poor sleep? Learn how to improve sleep hygiene, what’s interfering with your rest, and why better sleep is essential for mental health.