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Unraveling Anxiety with EMDR: A Journey to Healing
EMDR offers hope for anxiety relief by helping reprocess traumatic memories through guided eye movements with a trained therapist.

Gordon Gooding
May 14 min read


Understanding the Flash Technique: A Breakthrough in Processing Traumatic Memories
The Flash Technique helps process traumatic memories with minimal distress, offering rapid, effective relief for healing and emotional well-

Gordon Gooding
Feb 243 min read


Embracing a Play-Based Childhood in the Digital Age
The adoption of handheld devices among the youth coincides with an uptick in mental health issues.

Gordon Gooding
May 28, 20244 min read


Understanding Limerence: The Fine Line Between Deep Longing and Obsession in Relationships
Limerence is an intense feeling where you find yourself obsessing over someone, often someone you don't know very well.

Margaret Lorenz, CPC, LCSW
Mar 26, 20245 min read


The Healing Power of Gratitude: Boosting Mental Health and Nurturing Your Brain
Taking time to acknowledge and appreciate the positive aspects of our lives can have a remarkable impact on our mental well-being.

Gordon Gooding
Nov 16, 20234 min read


Unplugging: Finding Peace in a Busy, Digital World
So what can we do to reduce technology use and focus more attention on the present moment?

Administration
Oct 17, 20233 min read


What is Bilateral Stimulation and how can it help?
In the intricate landscape of the human brain, the left and right hemispheres play distinctive roles in shaping our emotions and...

Gordon Gooding
Oct 3, 20233 min read


Facing Discomfort: Why Prioritizing Mental Health Is Uncomfortable Yet Worth It
Stoic philosopher Marcus Aurelius wrote in his private diary over 2,000 years ago, “The impediment to action advances action. What stands...

Gordon Gooding
May 11, 20234 min read


Self Care Can Look Different for Everyone
In celebration of May being Mental Health Awareness Month, we know it’s important to schedule time regularly to relax and recharge.

Gordon Gooding
Apr 27, 20232 min read


Suicide Prevention: What Does it Mean to Be At Risk?
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, we have seen an increase of anxiety & depressive symptoms in people of all ages. In addition to that, our...

Gordon Gooding
May 5, 20223 min read


Marijuana and Mental Health: What Long Island Families Need to Know
Since New York State legalized recreational marijuana in 2021, mental health professionals on Long Island have noted growing concerns. Many people, particularly young people, use marijuana to "manage anxiety," yet high-potency THC may actually worsen these symptoms and impact developing brains.

Gordon Gooding
May 12, 20215 min read


Exercise & Your Mental Health: Move a Muscle, Change a Thought Pattern
With so many people now encouraging and developing “wellness” in schools, relationships and work spaces, it all can seem overwhelming. ...

Gordon Gooding
Jan 24, 20203 min read


Practicing Mindfulness @ Work: Tips to Manage Stress
How do you catch your breath when you’re running a mile a minute through a seemingly endless busy work day? Sometimes the amount of phone...

Gordon Gooding
May 7, 20193 min read


Could I Possibly be Depressed?
Depression Quiz: 10 simple questions to ask yourself. Sadness is something everybody deals with sometimes. Depression, however, is a very...

Gordon Gooding
Jan 21, 20192 min read
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