Carlos*, a 35-year-old married man working in the healthcare field, has been grappling with symptoms of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) for most of his life without a formal diagnosis. Despite his intelligence and potential, he consistently falls short of his expectations in both his career and personal life. However, there's … [Read more...]
Break Free from Limiting Beliefs: Schema Therapy’s Secret to Executive Success and Transformational Leadership
In the professional development journey, our beliefs and thought patterns, called schemas, often significantly determine our success. Schema Therapy, a groundbreaking psychological approach, offers a comprehensive framework for understanding and addressing these deep-seated patterns that can hinder progress. Beyond understanding, Schema Therapy … [Read more...]
ADHD and Insomnia – What You Need to Know
Insomnia is more common in adults with ADHD, including difficulty falling asleep, sleep apnea, and interrupted sleep. Poor sleep may exacerbate the symptoms of adult ADHD and is important to address for the best outcomes. Often, working with a psychiatrist who specializes in ADHD can help you with both the ADHD and the insomnia. Impact of … [Read more...]
5 Top FAQs about Social Anxiety Disorder and Effective Online Treatment
Several years ago, Carol* contacted me about the social anxiety disorder and bouts of sadness that she had been experiencing for most of her life. When we met, she was in her late 30’s, single, and working in the education system. She thought she was just shy. She didn't realize that having so much worry about social situations was so much more … [Read more...]
Low energy? Could it be a medical issue? Effective Counseling + Therapy in New York City.
Do you feel tired all the time? Many medical and psychiatric issues may contribute to you feeling tired, foggy or worn out. When I see a patient who is struggling with low energy, I am always thinking about whether there could be an underlying medical or psychiatric issue. Here are some tips to always consider when seeing a patient who is … [Read more...]
Maximize the Benefit of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Maximize the Benefit of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) may be as effective as medications for adult ADHD as well as anxiety and depression and here are seven strategies to help you maximize the benefit of this therapy. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is based on the science that by identifying our distorted thoughts … [Read more...]
Expert Tips for Insomnia
Psychopharmacology: Expert Tips for Insomnia Introduction Insomnia is one of the most common symptoms patients report to their doctors. Up to fifty percent of patients in a general medical practice complain of insomnia. Treating insomnia improves patient satisfaction, compliance, and medical care. Insomnia is often under-reported and … [Read more...]
Depression and The Challenges in the Diagnosis
Depression and The Challenges in Diagnosis Introduction The majority of people with bipolar disorder present to their physician or psychiatrist with symptoms of depression rather than mania. In addition, the depressive symptoms of bipolar are often the most frequent and debilitating. However, many patients with bipolar disorder are often … [Read more...]