Note: This essay contains spoilers for Season 3 episode 5 of White Lotus. We’re going to examine Sam Rockwell’s acclaimed Asian girl monologue from HBO Max’s The White Lotus through the lens of...
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Analyzing Apple TV+’s Severance using Schema Therapy: Mark S’s Innie and Outie as Schema Modes
Abuse, Media + In The News, Media Analysis, Personality + Identity, Personality Disorders, Relationships, Trauma, Trauma + PTSD
Mark S from Apple TV+’s Severance is a compelling fictionalized case study of extreme emotional state fragmentation. He and other Lumon employees elect to undergo the severance procedure which...
Navigating the Aftermath of Infidelity: Should You Stay or Should You Go?
Abuse, Personality + Identity, Relationships, Trauma, Trauma + PTSD
Infidelity is one of the most challenging crises a couple can face. The discovery of an affair shatters trust, triggers intense emotions, and forces both partners to question the future of their...
How Schema Therapy Fights The Psychological Effects of Systemic Trauma and Oppression
Personality + Identity, Personality Disorders, Relationships, Schema Therapy, Trauma, Trauma + PTSD
Schema therapy offers a powerful framework for addressing systemic oppression and promoting social justice. By focusing on deeply ingrained patterns of thought and behavior, this approach provides...
Understanding Sensory Processing Sensitivity: Are You a Highly Sensitive Person?
ADHD, Attention + Focus, Daydreaming, Personality + Identity, Relationships, Therapy
Do you often feel overwhelmed by the world around you? Are you deeply moved by art or music? Do you need time alone to recharge after busy social situations? If so, you may be what psychologists...
Schema Therapy vs DBT for BPD: Key Differences in Treatment Approaches
Borderline Personality Disorder, Media + In The News, Personality + Identity, Personality Disorders, Relationships, Schema Therapy
When it comes to treating mental health disorders, particularly Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), several therapeutic approaches are available. Two of the most popular are Dialectical Behavior...
Maladaptive Daydreaming: When Fantasy Becomes Problematic
ADD, ADHD, Attention + Focus, Daydreaming, OCD, Personality + Identity, Schema Therapy
Daydreaming is a common and often harmless activity that most people engage in regularly. However, for some individuals, daydreaming can become excessive and interfere with daily life - a condition...
Limerence: When a Crush Becomes an Obsession
Addiction, OCD, Personality + Identity, Relationships, Schema Therapy
Have you ever felt an overwhelming, all-consuming attraction to someone that lasted for months or even years? Did thoughts of this person dominate your waking hours, affecting your mood,...
Understanding Schema Therapy for Borderline Personality Disorder
Anxiety, Depression, Mood + Addiction, Personality + Identity, Personality Disorders, Schema Therapy
Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a mental health condition characterized by intense emotional instability, self-image issues, and impulsive behaviors. It can significantly impact a person's...
The Difference between a Therapist and Trauma Therapist
Abuse, EMDR Therapy, Personality + Identity, PTSD, Trauma, Trauma + PTSD
The world of mental health care is vast and varied, with many different types of professionals offering their expertise to help individuals navigate their mental health challenges. Among these...
How To Find a Therapist in New York City
Attention + Focus, EMDR Therapy, Media + In The News, Personality + Identity, Schema Therapy, Trauma + PTSD
Finding the right therapist can be a daunting task, especially in a city as vast and diverse as New York. If you are searching for "How to find a therapist in New York City," this guide can help....
What Does A Schema Therapist Do? Schema Therapy Near Me
Borderline Personality Disorder, Personality + Identity, Personality Disorders, Schema Therapy, Trauma, Trauma + PTSD
The world of psychology is vast, with various therapeutic approaches designed to help individuals navigate their mental health challenges. One such approach that has gained significant attention in...

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Balanced Mind is a psychotherapy and counseling center offering online therapy throughout New York. We specialize in Schema Therapy and EMDR Therapy. We work with insurance to provide our clients with both quality and accessible care.
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