Dating apps and online dating has come a long way in how we meet and connect with people. As a relationship therapist, I know that the incredible amount of online dating options can be a blessing and curse for many. For queer and kinky people, we’re adding even more nuances to the online dating experience.

LGBTQ dating apps and kink-specific platforms offer needed opportunities to find like-minded partners without as much labor and emotional turbulence as trying to make mainstream apps work. Learn from a clinical relationship therapy as I go over the features of profiles to help navigate dating apps more effectively, reduce some of your worry, and ultimately improve your queer dating app experience!

It's Pride month again! A time for joyful celebration of queerness and continued advocacy for true equality. If you're an ally in any form, but particularly a cis het straight ally, it can be easy to join in the festivities without much deeper thought. But being an authentic ally during Pride goes far beyond waving a rainbow flag for a few weeks. It goes beyond encouraging tolerance. So let this pride be a time for allies to reflect on what it truly means to be an ally and how to meaningfully show up for the queer community.

A new year tends to be a time focused on figuring out some self-improvement goals. While putting pressure around this can sometimes be pretty damaging for our mental health, there are a lot of healthy, sustainable ways to support our goals. One of the best ways to improve your mindset and build stronger relationships is through reading impactful books that provide new, helpful perspectives! Curious what self help books are coming out in 2024 to check out? We’ve got our eye on some really promising ones. Check out this list of books to motivate your personal growth from a clinical therapist.

Therapy can end for any number of reasons. No matter what the motivation is, ending therapy can actually be a positive experience instead of an awkward break-up from ending the therapy relationship. In fact, when therapy termination is done right, there’s closure and peace for both the client and the therapist. Read from a clinical therapist about reasons to terminate therapy, how to end therapy, and how to cope with the changes.

Explore therapist-approved resources for all things mental health! Want to know the books we share with clients or discuss in sessions? Check this post out to learn about our favorite books for building better relationships with yourself and others, managing all the changes life can throw your way, and healing from past experiences - just to name a few. With over 60 books in our list, we’re confident you’ll find something that resonates.

Life can get hectic with work, friends and family, and all the other responsibilities that come with being an adult. When you're constantly on the go, it's easy to put taking care of yourself on the back burner. But self care is important for your mental and physical health even when you have very little time. If you want to explore ways to make self care easier and how to create a sustainable care routine, keep reading! Get easy self care tips from a clinical therapist in NJ and MA.

If you’re feeling like life needs to slow down, overwhelmed, and burned out yet don’t know where to start? I can help. I provide therapy specialized in these experiences to adults in New Jersey and Massachusetts. Reach out today so we can get started!

Unintentional pain during sex may be common, but that doesn’t mean it’s normal. Not only does pain take away from the pleasure of the experience that you’re wanting, it can also disrupt the connection with your sexual partner(s) and decrease your interest in sex on a whole. If you’re looking for some helpful tips for reducing pain during sex, keep reading!

If you struggle with achieving pleasurable sex, you’re in the right place. I provide sex therapy to individuals and relationships in New Jersey and Massachusetts. Click the link below to schedule your free 15-minute phone consultation now. I hope to get to know you!

Finding the right therapist can make all the difference in your mental health journey. But how do you know if you have a good therapist who is truly helping you? A clinical therapist in NJ and MA explores some “green flags” or positive signs that indicate you have a therapist who is aligned with you and working in your best interest.

If you’re looking for support and live in New Jersey or Massachusetts, reach out to me! I’d love to connect with you.

Boundaries have become this scary concept in our mainstream dialogue. We have this idea that setting boundaries must be a heated, confrontational conversation that usually hurts the relationship instead of helping. But the reality of effectively setting boundaries is anything but! To gain more understanding on why boundaries are not only good but important, how to set them, and how to maintain them, check out this blog! Get insight and easy tips from a clinical therapist in NJ and MA.

If you struggle with setting or keeping boundaries, I’ve got you. I provide individual therapy to adults in New Jersey and Massachusetts. Click through to schedule your free consultation!