Why Racism Isn't a Personal Issue, It's a Trauma Issue

Racism isn’t a personal opinion, it’s a trauma based opinion. Racial Trauma is a term that refers to emotional distress that results from traumatization and harm done to someone due to racism and discrimination.

In this blog I share some of my input and hope we can learn from each other as we work together towards a more whole, supportive social. Yes, black lives matter. Yes, people of color are important. We can keep this conversation going to promote change.

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A Goal Without A Plan Is Just A Wish - Holiday Series Part 8

Wanting to plan and afraid of failing? You can and will succeed, but you’ll need to be ok with some regular, expected slip-ups.

How? Read more to learn how to navigate the mistakes that are part of the road to success.

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Boundaries: A Sense Of Ownership - Holiday Season Blog Series Part 7

Wondering how to navigate this time of year? How do you set boundaries and focus in taking care of yourself?

Check out the full blog linked below.

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10 Somatic Interventions Explained

If you're interested in hearing about Somatic Therapy and Somatic Interventions for healing anxiety and trauma, read blog linked here. In it, I explain what somatic therapy is and some common somatic interventions that are foundational to good somatic work.

Providing counseling and consultation for therapists in Long Island, NY. Servicing Nassau County residents including hempstead, hewlett, woodmere, lawrence, cedarhurst, valley stream, long beach, oceanside and merrick.

Reach out for your first session today.

Abandonment Trauma, Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID), Enmeshment, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), TraumaEsther GoldsteinOctober 22, 2019Comment

8 Things People With High Functioning Anxiety Want You to Know

Do you know what high functioning anxiety is? Do you want to understand the difference between '“regular anxiety” and “high functioning anxiety”? Read on to understand what high functioning anxiety looks like, as well as 8 things you should know, especially if a friend or loved one may be struggling with HFA.

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Mental Health and "Gut" Health + 7 Tips

Ever wonder if what you ingest impacts your mental health? Curious if there’s a correlation between your mind and your body? There is a big one!

As a mind-body focused practitioner- I have shared info about tips to strengthen your gut health which promotes a stronger overall emotional wellbeing.

Needing more support? Reach out today to schedule your one-on-one counseling session at Integrative Psychotherapy in Long Island, Ny.

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