“What a drag it is getting old.” When Mick Jagger and Keith Richards penned the opening line to “Mother’s Little Helper” in 1966, they were brash 22-year-olds still not at the top of their game. My father, a Rolling Stones fan from the other side of the generation gap, predicted that turning 30 would be […]
Our Latest Blogs
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Jun
Jun
Many people overlook the positive impact that the natural environment has on mental health. Your surroundings can vastly affect the way you think and feel – and regular exposure to nature has been shown to be healthy for the mind, body and soul. Here are four of the reasons why connecting to nature is crucial […]
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Jun
Jun
As many as 1 in 5 Americans live with mental illnesses that include depression, anxiety and schizophrenia, among others. Many of these individuals often face problems in accessing health care that they desperately require, and even then, available medications or treatment may not be sufficient, resulting in unsatisfactory progress. Due to this and other reasons, […]
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May
May
For the past few weeks, social media and the major news networks have been buzzing with a story about a New York couple who successfully sued to have their 30-year-old son evicted from their home. News outlets from Good Morning America to The New York Times are calling it a “real- life case of Failure […]
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May
May
Bulimia is not a fad, nor a phase. It is a serious mental health disorder, which affects both men and women of all ages. On the surface, it can appear to be associated solely with food or body image. But bulimia is beyond that. It is a double-edged sword. The disorder is characterized by a […]
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May
May
Drug and Alcohol Counselor
Darien, CT
Robert DiRoma is a licensed master social worker (LMSW) and a licensed drug and alcohol counselor (LADC) with a private practice in Darien, CT. He specializes in substance and alcohol abuse and mental health disorders.
29
May
May
Parent Child Resource Center (PCRC)
Derby, CT
BHcare’s Parent Child Resource Center (PCRC) is a state-licensed child guidance clinic serving children and families struggling with emotional and behavioral challenges. The PCRC staff focuses on nurturing children’s strengths and believes children and families can recover and have better lives.
24
May
May
It is very common to feel helpless and anxious after an accident. These symptoms can speak to the development of post-traumatic depression. Depression occurs when one feels powerless over upsetting surges of negative emotions. While this involves different emotions for different people, most of those entering rehabilitation services while suffering from post-accident depression report a […]
01
May
May
Today, we kick off May Mental Health Awareness Month with a guest blog post from a New York man who found a way back from the pain of a mental health crisis through the exercise of creativity. GH Kleiner describes himself as “an empath who can visualize and draw my thoughts and feelings.” His artwork […]
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Apr
Apr
“Love yourself.” Everywhere I go these days, I feel I hear or see some form of this advice. The truth is, some days it’s hard to love anything in the world if you struggle with mental illness, let alone yourself. When I began what I’d call my “journey to recovery” or, better, my “journey back […]
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Apr
Apr
Psychiatrist
White Plains, NY
New York, NY
Dr. Murray is a psychiatrist with a private practice in White Plains and New York, NY. She specializes in the treatment of addictive disorders and also generalized mental health disorders in adolescents and adults.
10
Apr
Apr
When I was a teenager suffering from major depression, my parents tried their best to support me, yet ended up doing all the wrong things. This isn’t something they can be blamed for — understanding another person, even those closest to us, is difficult enough even when mental health issues don’t come into play. When […]
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Apr
Apr
Mindfulness is somewhat of a trendy topic these days, but underneath all the publicity it can have profound benefits. Many of us will suffer from anxiety and depression at some point in our lives. Usually they serve as natural reactions to challenges we have to face or problems we need to overcome. However, at points […]
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Mar
Mar
I remember my struggles with quitting drugs and alcohol quite vividly. I was at a point in my life when chasing intoxicated states was all that I could think about. It was a way for me to escape the negative feelings and the harsh realities of where I was in my life. My thought process […]
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Mar
Mar
Outpatient Treatment Program
Darien, CT
The Newport Academy Outpatient Program treats teens aged 13–19 who are experiencing psychological, behavioral, and substance abuse issues, including depression, anxiety, and trauma. The Outpatient Program is founded on an ongoing commitment to recovery, essential for ensuring sustainable results.
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Mar
Mar
Residential Treatment Center
Bethlehem, CT
The Newport Academy Residential Treatment Center for teens consists of a minimum of 30 hours of clinical and experiential therapy each week, plus 20 hours of academic study and tutoring. With a staff-to-resident ratio of five to one, we offer compassionate, attentive, and responsive care.
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Mar
Mar
Just about everyone has experienced a chapter in his or her life when things just looked bleak. An occasional bout with the blues is a normal aspect of the human condition and our physiological and psychological response to hitting a patch of difficult challenges. For most people, the depression symptoms will resolve in a timely […]
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Mar
Mar
Trichotillomania is a recurrent, chronic compulsion to pull hair. It usually starts in early adolescence and can last a lifetime. The behavior causes significant distress physically and emotionally often causing people to withdraw socially for fear of judgment. There is no cure for this disorder, but it can be successfully managed. Therapy by a qualified […]
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Feb
Feb
According to the Journal of the American Medical Association: 53% of people with a mental health disorder also experience problems with alcohol or drugs. 29% of people with a mental health disorder have a co-occurring addiction disorder at some point in their lives. These statistics may lead you to believe that mental health problems cause […]
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Feb
Feb
Psychotherapist
Rye, NY
Regina Colangelo, LCSW is a psychotherapist with a private practice in Rye, New York. She offers individual counseling, couples counseling and family therapy. Regina brings compassion, knowledge of human dynamics and relationships to her practice.
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Feb
Feb
Psychologist
Westport, CT
Guilford, CT
Dr. Leone is a psychologist with a private practice in Westport and Guilford, CT. where he treats individuals and couples struggling with a wide range of concerns. He specializes in substance abuse and dual diagnosis treatment and is currently running groups aimed helping people reduce or completely abstain from substance misuse.
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Jan
Jan
Psychiatrist
Norwalk, CT
Dr. Goldberg is a psychiatrist specializing in bipolar disorder and depression with a private practice in Norwalk, CT. He has over 25 years of experience in academic research studying the features and treatment of mood disorders and is the author of over 160 research publications and 3 textbooks on psychopharmacology and mood disorders.
30
Jan
Jan
Psychiatrist
Stamford, CT
Dr. Stein is a board certified adult, child and adolescent psychiatrist with a private practice in Stamford, CT. His treatment approach includes the use of psychopharmacology and psychotherapy.
16
Jan
Jan
There are many great songs from the musical West Side Story, but my favorite has always been the brilliantly satirical “Gee, Officer Krupke.” In this number, the Jets’ leader Riff plays a troubled youth who is passed between experts eager to judge what is wrong with him. In the hand-off between psychiatrist and social worker […]
16
Jan
Jan
Theraputic School
Armonk, NY
The Westfield Day School in Armonk, New York, is a therapeutic day school for “bright underachievers,” including students with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, learning disabilities, and social-emotional problems.
16
Jan
Jan
Psychiatrist and Clinical Psychopharmacologist
New York, NY
Dr. Faedda is a psychiatrist and a clinical psychopharmacologist specializing in mood disorders. He helps patients and families grasp diagnostic issues, treatment options, identify treatment priorities, strengths, vulnerabilities, and maximize the patient’s support system.
16
Jan
Jan
Bridges to Adelphi Program
Garden City, NY
The Bridges to Adelphi Program at Adelphi University is located in Garden City, NY.
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Dec
Dec
Clinical Psychologist
Riverside, CT
Dr. Emel is a licensed clinical psychologist in Connecticut and co-founder of The Behavior Therapy Group, a therapy practice in Riverside, CT specializing in compassionate, effective, evidence-based treatments for adolescents and adults.
12
Dec
Dec
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Riverside, CT
Kristie Calvillo is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Connecticut and co-founder of The Behavior Therapy Group, a therapy practice in Greenwich, CT, specializing in compassionate, effective, evidence-based treatments for adolescents and adults.
12
Dec
Dec
Psychotherapist
Westport, CT
J. David Geller, ACSW, LCSW is a Psychotherapist with a private practice in Westport, CT. He specializes in solution-focused, goal-oriented therapy.
12
Dec
Dec
Life can be hard, and proof of this sobering reality are the 43 million Americans who suffer from some form of mental health condition, according to Mental Health America. Almost half of those 43 million have a co-occurring substance abuse problem, while some 9.6 million experience suicidal thoughts. Those figures might even increase in the […]
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Oct
Oct
Failure to Launch Part 4 – In a blog post from 2016 I wrote about a serious problem in our culture, which I call “failure to launch” (FTL) I use this term in a non-judgmental way to describe the frustration and concern parents and other family members feel when a young person seems unable to move […]
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Oct
Oct
Nearly 45 million American adults struggle with mental illness each day. To complicate matters, individuals who have mental health disorders are much more likely to struggle with substance abuse than the general population. Approximately 20 million American adults have a diagnosed substance use disorder, and over eight million Americans struggle with both a diagnosed substance […]
12
Oct
Oct
October is National Bullying Prevention Month, a month-long observance to encourage communities nationwide to unite and raise awareness of bullying prevention through events, activities, and education. In recognition of this event, www.rtor.org has engaged psychologist Todd Griffin, Director of TG Psychology in Penrith, Australia to write a guest blog on bullying and depression in teens. […]
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Oct
Oct
Finding the right therapist can be an intimidating task. You may be wondering where to begin, where to look, or what to look for. You may fear that you won’t know who is or isn’t a good fit for you and your particular needs. I’ve been there; I have had to navigate this process both […]
31
Aug
Aug
Psychotherapist
Rochester, NY
William Jarvie, LCSW-R, is a licensed clinical social worker at University of Rochester Medical Center, Behavioral Health Partners in Rochester, NY.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychiatrist
Belle Mead, NJ
Dr. Umesh Mehta is a psychiatrist who specializes in the treatment of older adults with mental health disorders.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychiatrist
Greenwich, CT
Danbury, CT
New York, NY
Tarique Perera, MD, is a psychiatrist serving adolescents, adults, couples, and families in Greenwich, CT, Danbury, CT, New York, NY, and the surrounding communities.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychotherapist
Turnersville, NJ
Roseanna Bodner, LCSW, is a psychotherapist who is in private practice serving clients in Turnersville, NJ, and surrounding areas.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychotherapist and psychiatrist
Westport, CT
Randi Cohen, MD, PhD, is a psychotherapist and psychiatrist in private practice serving adults, couples, and families in Westport, CT, and the surrounding communities.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychologist
Wethersfield, CT
Rachel Duzant, PsyD, is a psychologist in private practice serving adults in Wethersfield, CT, and the surrounding communities.
31
Aug
Aug
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
Bedford Hills, NY
Phyllis Marton is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in private practice, providing counseling and therapy services to adults and adolescents in Bedford Hills, NY and the surrounding communities of Westchester County.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychotherapist
New York, NY
Peter Honchaurk, LCSW-R, is a licensed clinical social worker in private practice serving adolescents, adults, and families in the New York City area.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychotherapist
Stamford, CT
New Haven, CT
Marianela Medrano, PhD, LPC, is a psychologist in private practice, providing counseling and therapy services to adults and adolescents in Stamford, CT, New Haven, CT, and the surrounding communities of Fairfield County.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychotherapist
Guilford, CT
Maria Sappe, LMFT, is a licensed marriage and family therapist in private practice serving children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families in Guilford, CT, and the surrounding communities.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychiatrist
Westport, CT
Joseph Russo, M.D., is a psychiatrist in private practice serving adolescents, adults and families in Westport, CT, and the surrounding communities.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychologist
Stamford, CT
Jeffrey Cohen, PhD, is a psychologist in private practice serving children, adolescents, adults, and families in Stamford, CT, and the surrounding areas.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychotherapist
Lawrenceville, NJ
J. Randall Nichols, PhD, is a pastorally-trained psychotherapist in private practice who serves adults and older adults in Lawrenceville, NJ, and the surrounding communities.
31
Aug
Aug
Accredited Private School
White Plains, NY
Fusion Westchester is an accredited private middle and high school for students who don’t thrive in a traditional school setting.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychiatrist
Stamford, CT
F. Carl Mueller, MD, is a psychiatrist in private practice serving young adults and adults in Stamford, CT, and the surrounding areas. Dr. Mueller offers psychiatric evaluation and medication management.
31
Aug
Aug
Behavioral Health Clinic
Syracuse, NY
CirCare Behavioral Health Clinic is an outpatient clinic serving adults in Syracuse, NY, and the surrounding communities.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychiatrist
New Haven, CT
Catherine Tesluk, MD, is a psychiatrist in private practice serving young adults and adults in New Haven, CT, and the surrounding communities.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
New Canaan, CT
Carol Monroe is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse who has a comprehensive general adult psychiatry practice in New Canaan, CT.
31
Aug
Aug
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
New York, NY
Darien, CT
Stamford, CT
Amanda Craig, Ph.D., LMFT, is a licensed marriage and family therapist in private practice serving adults, couples, and families in New York, NY, Darien, CT, and Stamford, CT.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychiatrist
New Canaan, CT
Rocco Marotta, MD, PhD, is a board-certified psychiatrist and Adult Transitional Living Program Service Chief at Silver Hill Hospital in New Canaan, CT.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychiatrist
New York, NY
Eric Goldsmith, M.D., is a psychiatrist who is in private practice serving adults in New York, NY, and the surrounding area. Dr. Goldsmith has over 30 years of experience in a wide range of settings from private practice to several prominent hospitals and universities.
31
Aug
Aug
Nurse Practitioner
Rochester, NY
Lisa Corigliano, NP, is a nurse practitioner at University Of Rochester Medical Center, Adult Ambulatory Clinic in Rochester, NY. Ms. Corigliano treats a variety of disorders including bipolar disorder, anxiety, and depression.
31
Aug
Aug
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Brooklyn, NY
Rhoda Berger, NP, is a psychiatric nurse practitioner in private practice serving children, adolescents, and adults in Brooklyn, NY, and the surrounding areas.
29
Aug
Aug
Hope Program for Adults–Inpatient Care
Houston, TX
The Menninger Clinic is a nonprofit psychiatric hospital renowned for its intensive treatment of severe and complex mental illness.
29
Aug
Aug
Family Psychoeducation & Caregiver Support Service
www.myhealios.com
MyHealios is a caregiver support service that is provided to families and other non-professional caregivers of individuals with mental illness via live video conferencing on the Internet.
29
Aug
Aug
Animal Assisted Therapy
Asheville, NC
Go Fetch Wellness is an animal assisted therapy practice operated by founder Jeff Fink and his trained therapy dog Earl. His practice was established in 2013 to help people living with serious mental health disorders find relief from the isolation and distress caused by their illnesses.
29
Aug
Aug
Psychotherapist
New Windsor, NY
Florida, NY
Michele Winchester-Vegas, DSW, is a doctor of social work in private practice serving children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families in New Windsor, NY, Florida, NY, and the surrounding communities.
29
Aug
Aug
Psychotherapy and Neurofeedback
Sandy Hook, CT
WCCNC is Connecticut’s leading provider of neurofeedback services, a mind-body therapy with a growing evidence base for the treatment of ADHD, depression, anxiety, addictions, and other mental health disorders.
29
Aug
Aug
Psychologist
Greenwich, CT
Beth Weiner, PsyD, is a psychologist in private practice serving children, adolescents, young adults, adults, and older adults, in Greenwich, CT, and the surrounding communities.
29
Aug
Aug
Psychiatrist
Princeton, NJ
Dr. Marvin Leifer is a psychiatrist who is in private practice serving clients in Princeton, NJ and surrounding areas.
29
Aug
Aug
Psychotherapist
Stamford, CT
Susanne Weil, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker in private practice serving adolescents, adults, couples, and families in Stamford, CT, and the surrounding communities.
29
Aug
Aug
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Westport, CT
Kate Venison is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), with a private practice in Westport, CT.
