Julie Solomon, LCSW

School can be incredibly stressful, especially when it comes time to take an exam. The bigger and more important the exam is, the more we tend to suffer from anxiety, and the less likely we are to do our best.…

When we hear the word “trauma,” many of us think of one-time, intense experiences that occur suddenly and leave us noticeably affected. What many of us don’t think about when we think about trauma, however, is the more subtle kind…

Have you ever wondered what are panic attacks and why do people have them? Symptoms of a panic attack can be incredibly debilitating and embarrassing, and change the way people live. If they make you avoid grocery store and roads, it…

Telehealth (or teletherapy) refers to the practice of seeing any doctor, nurse, or mental health care professional via phone or videoconferencing. While many people are just finding out about telehealth due to current social distancing, telehealth has actually been around…

Have you responded to the current period of isolating at home by finding ways to “stay busy”? When we stop to think about it, we may believe that “being busy” is the only way to live. We wake up and…

Inner dialogue and the language that we use is inextricably linked to how we feel, which in turn affects our behaviors and relationships. Often times, we are unaware of our thoughts and inner dialogue as so many thought processes are…

Here are some self care tips to consider as we cope with the COVID-19 pandemic. Acknowledge that it is understandable to feel anxious during this time as most aspects of our lives are affected. Be mindful of how much news…

When we become preoccupied with distressing thoughts or images that keep repeating, it blocks us from being present and engaged in life. In order to decrease our distress and anxiety, it is helpful to develop skills that enhance our ability…