CBT vs REBT vs Psychodynamic Therapy: How to Choose the Right Approach for You
By Yana Shenker, LCSW-RFounder, Resilient Mind Psychotherapy If you’ve started looking into therapy, you’ve probably noticed there’s no single “type” of therapy. Instead, you’ll see terms like CBT, REBT, and psychodynamic therapy and it’s not always clear what they actually mean or how to choose between them. The good news? There’s no universally “best” approach. […]
How to Know When Anxiety Is No Longer “Normal Stress”
By Yana Shenker, LCSW-RFounder, Resilient Mind Psychotherapy Stress is a normal part of life. Deadlines, family responsibilities, financial pressure, and unexpected changes can all trigger worry or tension. In many cases, that stress fades once the situation passes. But sometimes anxiety doesn’t ease it lingers, intensifies, or begins to interfere with daily life. Understanding the […]
What Therapy Is Actually Like (If You’ve Never Been Before)
By Yana Shenker, LCSW-RFounder, Resilient Mind Psychotherapy If you’ve never been to therapy, it’s normal to feel unsure about what to expect. Many people imagine awkward silences, being judged, or having to immediately talk about deeply personal experiences. Others worry they won’t know what to say, or that their problems aren’t “serious enough.” The reality […]
Therapy for Immigrants & First-Generation Families in Brooklyn: Culturally Responsive Mental Health Support
By Yana Shenker, LCSW-RFounder, Resilient Mind Psychotherapy For immigrants and first-generation families, mental health concerns often exist quietly beneath the surface. The stress of adapting to a new culture, navigating language barriers, supporting family members across borders, and balancing multiple identities can be overwhelming, yet many people hesitate to seek therapy due to stigma, cost […]
What Parents Should Know About Self-Esteem Groups for Teen Girls (Ages 13–15)
By Yana Shenker, LCSW-RFounder, Resilient Mind Psychotherapy Adolescence is a period of rapid emotional, social, and psychological change especially for girls. Between academic pressure, social media, body image concerns, shifting friendships, and growing independence, many teen girls experience dips in confidence and self-esteem. For parents, it can be difficult to know when these changes are […]
One Less Thing to Worry About: Using Your Insurance for Therapy
By Yana Shenker, LCSW-RFounder, Resilient Mind Psychotherapy Starting therapy is often a hopeful step, but it can also feel overwhelming. Many people reach out because they want support for themselves or their child, yet pause when practical questions arise. How much will this cost? Is therapy covered? Will this become another source of stress? Mental […]
Why Some Kids Talk Better With Crayons Than Words
By Yana Shenker, LCSW-RFounder, Resilient Mind Psychotherapy Parents often notice it first in small moments. A child who struggles to explain what’s wrong suddenly draws a picture filled with bold colors. Another child who shuts down when asked questions eagerly engages in an art activity. For many kids, words simply aren’t the most comfortable way […]
Why Group Therapy Feels Less Scary Than Talking One-on-One for Some Kids
By Yana Shenker, LCSW-RFounder, Resilient Mind Psychotherapy For many children, the idea of sitting alone with an adult and talking about feelings can feel intimidating, uncomfortable, or even overwhelming. While individual therapy works well for some kids, others open up more naturally when they are surrounded by peers who share similar experiences. This is why […]
When Play Becomes Healing: How Creative Expression Supports Children with Anxiety or ADHD
By Yana Shenker, LCSW-RFounder, Resilient Mind Psychotherapy Children make sense of the world through movement, imagination, and play long before they learn how to put feelings into words. For kids who struggle with anxiety, emotional regulation, or symptoms of ADHD in children, play becomes more than a source of joy it becomes a powerful therapeutic […]
Little Hands, Big Hearts: Teaching Gratitude Through Creative Thanksgiving Crafts
By Yana Shenker, LCSW-RFounder, Resilient Mind Psychotherapy Thanksgiving is a time for warmth, connection, and reflection but it is also an opportunity to help children explore emotional concepts in a way that feels safe, playful, and meaningful. At Resilient Mind Psychotherapy, we use simple art activities, like decorating “thankful turkey” feathers, to help kids put […]