It’s not a courtroom. It’s not a trap. It’s not a last-ditch fix. It’s a place where conflict becomes conversation, where silence becomes signal, where avoidance becomes insight. It’s a space to learn how to repair, not just retreat.

Wondering when to start couples therapy? Learn the signs it’s time, plus tips on finding the best couples therapist in NYC.

Explore 5 expert-recommended relationship books that can help improve communication, intimacy, and emotional connection—like couples therapy, but DIY.

(Because Your Positive Journal Can Only Take You So Far)

A Psychodynamic Take on Codependency, With a Wink and a Quiz

Somewhere between "I'm just a really caring person" and "I'm emotionally fused with my barista" lies the tender terrain of codependency. And while TikTok might call it a vibe, psychodynamic theory offers a deeper lens.

You look like you’re doing fine. You’ve got a system—sort of. You keep things moving, mostly. But behind the scenes?…You need someone who gets what’s actually happening underneath and can help you work with your brain, not against it.

Not sure what to talk about in therapy? Feeling stuck is more common, and more productive, than you might think. Here’s what to say when you feel like you have “nothing.”

Are you and your partner standing at a crossroads, unsure whether to stay together or part ways? Do you find yourselves asking, “Should we break up or give it one more try?”
Has one of you emotionally checked out, while the other is holding on?

If you’re in this space of uncertainty, Discernment Counseling might be the next step for you.

Let’s be honest: therapy can feel like a lot. Emotionally. Logistically. Financially. Existentially. There are many reasons why people don’t go to therapy—and we don’t take them lightly. Here are the top 10 we hear most often, and what might be going on underneath.

If you’re a trans or non-binary adult in New York preparing for gender affirming surgery, chances are someone has told you: You’ll need a letter. This guide is for anyone navigating the mental health letter requirement—what it is, why it exists, and how it can be approached in a way that centers your needs and affirms your experience.

Ever had the thought: “Wait… what if this isn’t just anxiety?” More and more adults- especially women and folks socialized  to fit  in - are realizing they’ve been masking neurodivergent traits for years.

If you’ve ever Googled “find a therapist NYC,” you already know the deal. Endless profiles. Options abound. Tabs upon tabs. The whole process can feel... like a lot. Enter: the therapist matchmaking call.

Your inner critic isn’t the enemy. It’s a protective voice that learned its job long ago. With curiosity, reflection, and the support of a therapist— especially one trained in psychodynamic therapy— that voice can loosen its grip.

 Has Brooklyn quietly become the most emotionally fluent, self-analytic borough in New York City?

We think… maybe.