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Combining EMDR and Schema Therapy
What is EMDR Therapy? Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is a structured, evidence-based psychotherapy designed to help individuals heal from trauma, distressing memories,...
Recognizing Unresolved Trauma: Signs, Symptoms, and Effective Treatment Options
What is Unresolved Trauma? Unresolved trauma refers to psychological and emotional distress that remains unprocessed or unhealed after a traumatic experience. When trauma is unresolved, the...
The Co-occurrence of Maladaptive Daydreaming with ADHD, OCD, Depression, and Anxiety
Maladaptive daydreaming (MD) is increasingly recognized as a complex psychological phenomenon that frequently co-occurs with other mental health conditions. While not yet formally classified as a...
Maladaptive Daydreaming and Depression: Understanding the Connection
Maladaptive daydreaming (MD) is a relatively newly recognized psychological phenomenon characterized by extensive fantasy activity that replaces human interaction and interferes with daily...
Is Maladaptive Daydreaming a Behavioral Addiction?
In recent years, maladaptive daydreaming (MD) has gained increasing recognition as a distinct psychological phenomenon that affects many individuals worldwide. As researchers delve deeper into...
Maladaptive Daydreaming: 7 Signs You’re Experiencing It and How to Find Relief
Have you ever found yourself lost in an elaborate fantasy world for hours, complete with complex characters and ongoing storylines? Do you sometimes pace, rock, or make facial expressions while...
The Types of Maladaptive Daydreams: Understanding Different Fantasy Patterns
Overview: Maladaptive daydreaming (MD) is characterized by extensive fantasy activity that interferes with daily functioning. While all maladaptive daydreamers share the common experience of...
Me, Myself, and Thai: Sam Rockwell’s Monologue on White Lotus is an Object Relationist’s Candy Store
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...
Understanding Sensory Processing Sensitivity: Are You a Highly Sensitive Person?
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...
Telehealth vs. In-Person Therapy: What Research Reveals About Effectiveness
In the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, technological advancements have ushered in transformative changes. At the forefront of this revolution stands telehealth. In New York, telehealth...
Balanced Mind of New York
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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