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An updated exploration of empathy's darker expressions and their representation in literature and psychology Empathy—the ability to understand and share the feelings of others—is typically viewed as...
An expanded exploration of literature and media's most manipulative empaths The world of fiction is rich with characters who demonstrate the troubling phenomenon of dark empathy—individuals who...
A comprehensive guide to recognizing the characteristics of those who weaponize emotional understanding In the landscape of human personality, few phenomena are as paradoxical—or as dangerous—as the...
How to identify when someone's understanding of you becomes a weapon As a therapist, I've seen countless clients who've been deeply wounded by relationships that started with the most intoxicating...
Amber's Story Amber was the first-born child to her mother and father. By the time she turned five, her parents had four more children, and the weight of responsibility settled on Amber far too...
What Is Couples Therapy? Couples therapy is a form of psychotherapy designed to help romantic partners improve their relationship, deepen their emotional connection, and navigate challenges...
When someone you love seems physically present but mentally elsewhere, the experience can range from puzzling to deeply painful. For partners of individuals with maladaptive daydreaming, this...
Understanding Early Maladaptive Schemas and Maladaptive Daydreaming Maladaptive daydreaming—the immersive fantasy world that many individuals retreat to—can be deeply understood through Jeffrey...
The rich, immersive worlds created in maladaptive daydreaming rarely emerge by chance. Behind the elaborate storylines, recurring characters, and persistent themes lies a psychological blueprint—a...
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...
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...
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...
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.
An updated exploration of empathy's darker expressions and their representation in literature and psychology Empathy—the ability to understand and share the feelings of others—is typically viewed as one of humanity's most noble traits. It forms the foundation of...
An expanded exploration of literature and media's most manipulative empaths The world of fiction is rich with characters who demonstrate the troubling phenomenon of dark empathy—individuals who possess deep emotional intelligence but use it to manipulate, control, and...
A comprehensive guide to recognizing the characteristics of those who weaponize emotional understanding In the landscape of human personality, few phenomena are as paradoxical—or as dangerous—as the dark empath. These individuals possess a unique and troubling...