Anna Kelman: Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a form of depression that follows the natural seasonal progression, emerging primarily during the end of fall and all through the winter months when sunlight exposure decreases. While commonly referred to as the "winter blues," this condition represents a genuine psychological phenomenon with significant impacts on mental health and daily functioning.

Amanda LaMela: This post discusses different forms of grief and loss by way of the Netflix series The Four Seasons. The post includes spoilers such as character arcs and the show’s ending. While the themes explored here are undeniably heart-wrenching, the series is far from bleak. With its humor and human messiness, The Four Seasons makes even the most painful moments feel tender and life-affirming. It’s a show about heartbreak that still makes room for laughter.

Wesley Higgins: Going treat or treating could help your mental health this spooky season. But how?

Jewels Tauzin: Healing anxious attachment isn’t about needing less—it’s about coming home to yourself. There is a lot of advice on social media and the like about how to manage anxious attachment, but many of those tips completely miss the mark. This post explores misconceptions around anxious attachment and how returning to yourself can create steadier, more authentic relationships.

Jesse Chung: This essay explores attachment theory, particularly those with disorganized attachment through the known aspects of Robin Williams’ private life and upbringing. This is only to offer an educational and commentary exploration into what those with fearful-avoidant attachment style may exhibit over the course of their life. These lessons are applicable to all of us and despite using the lens of Robin Williams.

Anna Kelman: The relationship between women and food cannot be overemphasized, especially with social media leading to record high disordered eating. This post explores the cognitive biases that are impressed upon women and their relationship with food driven by social media, and the types of therapeutic intervention that can support women.

Amanda LaMela: In the second of the series “Unpack That” we take a look at the term “trauma bond.” Scroll through TikTok or swap stories with coworkers, and you’ll hear people say, “We totally trauma-bonded.” Usually, this phrase is meant to convey, “We went through something rough together, and it made us close.” But what does it really mean and why is it important that we use it correctly?

Brooke Levy: This post goes over the definition of Somatic Experiencing (SE) and it’s development. We explore the role of trauma in your body and how this modality could help support you in therapy. SE is especially useful for those who live with PTSD or complex trauma, chronic pain, feeling disconnected from yourself or your surroundings, or having nervous system that feels “stuck.”

Alexandra Miceli: If you’ve ever watched a Bravo reunion and thought, “This feels... familiar...” you’re not alone. As a clinical intern who’s had the opportunity to study and experience group therapy first-hand, I had the similar thought during last season’s Real Housewives reunion. And now I can’t unsee it: Andy Cohen is basically running group therapy. Hear me out—”

Anya Ahuja: Social anxiety can feel like a pesky voice in your head – the one that whispers, “they are all looking at you,” “you are going to mess up,” or “why did you say that?” Whether you are at a work meeting, riding the subway, or just making a phone call, social anxiety is that internal critic insisting, “you are not enough.” This post explores what social anxiety is and methods to combat it both on your own and through therapy.

Amanda LaMela: This article is the first of the Let’s Unpack That series, where we unpack common therapy-speak phrases that have infiltrated popular discourse. What is being triggered, really? And how can we understand it, use it appropriately and navigate feelings around the concept of being triggered, clinically and colloquially.

Jewels Tauzin: Narrative therapy offers creative, non-invasive ways to externalize the trauma, allowing us to view it as separate as who we inherently are. In viewing trauma from a distance, it helps clients to feel less overwhelmed with the intensity of the feeling and instead see things a bit more clearly. In trauma recovery, this can be especially powerful, helping us reframe our traumatic experiences in ways that prioritize resilience and strength rather than victimhood.

Amanda LaMela: About 25% of adults under 30 have used AI for companionship, according to a recent AP-NORC poll. For some, AI companions have become the most emotionally reliable figure in their lives. So, what does this mean for connection, healing, and our overall concept of relationships? This post explores the emotional complexity of human-AI companionship and offer surprising insights for therapists, parents, and users alike.

Dani Saliani: While it might be less common than as a child/adolescent, it’s more pervasive than people would like to admit and often hidden due to embarrassment. Workplace bullying actually affects millions of adults, 78.4 million (32% of Americans) to be exact, according to data from the Workplace Bullying Institute. With that level of severity, you are certainly not alone. In this post, we’ll explore what workplace bullying can look like, common misconceptions, and practical steps you can take to protect your well-being.

Jesse Chung: Anxiety in children is often treated individually, but research shows that involving the whole family leads to better outcomes. Parents and caregivers play a central role in either reinforcing or helping to reduce a child's anxiety through their own behaviors and emotional health. Addressing parental mental health alongside a child’s treatment creates a more sustainable path to healing. This post explores how anxiety is not just an individual issue, but a relational one that benefits from a family-based approach.