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Lukin Center for Psychotherapy Offers FREE Mental Health Consultations to Support the Community
Meet the therapists at Lukin Center for Psychotherapy - Awarded 2022 Top Rated Local Businesses in New Jersey! At Lukin Center we strive...


Positive Parenting: Big Ideas, Tips + Scripts by Lauren Bomberg, MA, LPC, BC-DMT
Dear Parents, I am so glad you’re here! Over the years I have served a number of children and families in trying times, and today I’m...


Understanding the World of Trauma by Maram Barakat, M.A.
For our Lukin Center book recommendation this month, we are spotlighting The Body Keeps The Score by Bessel Van Der Kolk, M.D. If you...


Don’t Bother With A Resolutions List by Fern Weis, Parent + Family Recovery Coach
More family time, paying off debt, cleaning out the basement, a deeper relationship, more exercise. The list of things we want to...


Recognizing Thought Patterns Can Help You Be More In Control of Your Thinking by Maram Barakat, M.A.
We often fall prey to our own thinking traps and find ourselves going down a spiral of unhelpful thinking. Recognizing our thinking...


Building a Home Within Ourselves by Maram Barakat, M.A.
We often search for belonging, for a place in which we feel safe and protected. So, we tend to seek and find a home in other people,...


From Cave-People To Bears: 3 Steps To Help Manage Emotions by Geoffrey Hillback, LCSW
You’ve been there. Most of us have. You’re interviewing for a job, going on a first date, speaking to a group of people, having an...


Stay Focused and More Productive with The Pomodoro Technique by Maram Barakat, M.A.
Many of us might have found ourselves deciding to clean the house, think of random things, or engage in other distractions instead of...


The Healing Powers Of Group Therapy by Jessica Colucci, MS, LAC, NCC
Oftentimes, during periods of struggle, we ask ourselves, “Am I the only one who feels this way?” Feelings of depression, anxiety and...


EMDR Therapy: Demonstration and Step-by-Step Walk Through by Timothy Meyer, LCSW
This week is our second part of understanding Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) which is a form of psychotherapy that...


EMDR Therapy: Understanding Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing by Timothy Meyer, LCSW
What Is EMDR? Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a form of psychotherapy that helps people heal from traumatic...


Tips on How to Sleep Better to Feel Better by Maram Barakat, M.A.
Today we are shedding some light on the importance of maintaining good sleep hygiene to preserve your mental health! Notice how your mood...


FREE Webinar: How Nutrition and Gut Health Impact Children’s Physical + Mental Health on Oct 25th
Monday, October 25th at 6pm Please join the French-American Aid for Children (FAAFC) and their expert panel for a cutting-edge discussion...


3 Steps of Thought Journaling Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) by Konstantin Lukin, Ph.D.
Developed in the 1960's and widely practiced today, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a scientifically proven method of treating a...


Common Ways We Fight Reality + Why by Melissa Forero, LCSW
Often, we find ourselves fighting our realities. Instead of focusing on what we have control over, we can become consumed by the things...


FREE 30-Minute ABA Therapy Consultation by Capable Cubs Therapy
Free one-on-one consultation with an ABA specialist for families with a child with autism. Ask questions or discuss any concerns about...


What Exactly Does A Forensic Psychologist Do? By Dr. Erik Dranoff, Ph.D.
Breaking Down This Important And Often Misunderstood Role. KEY POINTS Forensic psychology uses psychological principles and research in...


Common Misconceptions About Suicide by Maram Barakat, M.A.
World Suicide Prevention Day is observed on September 10th every year. On average, there are 132 suicides per day in the United States....


Radical Acceptance Statements Help Us to Let Go by Maram Barakat, M.A.
Radical acceptance is a dialectical behavioral therapy skill that is defined as the "ability to accept and let go of situations that are...


CBT For Chronic Pain: An Integrative Approach to Pain Management by Kathryn Malone, LCSW
The pulsating throb of a migraine or dull ache of lower back pain can make it difficult to function at your best. When you spend most...
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