Dan Feldman, Counselor

Dan Feldman, Counselor Dan Feldman is a counselor at Gentle Empathy Counseling. He serves a wide variety of clients from age 7 - 92 with various needs.

New blog: You’re Not Overthinking Because You’re Weak, You’re Overthinking Because You Care — a short, compassionate ref...
01/21/2026

New blog: You’re Not Overthinking Because You’re Weak, You’re Overthinking Because You Care — a short, compassionate reframing that honors why we ruminate and how care can look like overthinking.

Read the full post and give yourself permission to be thoughtful without shame. https://www.gentle-empathy.com/post/you-re-not-overthinking-because-you-re-weak-you-re-overthinking-because-you-care

Overthinking is often spoken about as a flaw or a habit to break. People are told to stop, let go, or distract themselves, as if thinking deeply were the problem or a sign of poor coping.What is rarely acknowledged is why overthinking developed in the first place. For many people, it did not come fr...

Why does overthinking keep you stuck even when you try so hard to understand yourself? This short read explores why thin...
01/19/2026

Why does overthinking keep you stuck even when you try so hard to understand yourself? This short read explores why thinking alone doesn’t heal and offers gentle ways to shift toward real relief.

Read more: https://www.gentle-empathy.com/post/why-you-overthink-everything-and-still-don-t-feel-better

If thinking deeply were enough to bring relief, you might already feel better. You reflect. You analyze. You replay conversations and scenarios. You try to understand yourself and your situation from every angle.And yet, the discomfort remains.For many people, overthinking is not avoidance. It is ef...

Feeling constantly worn down even when life looks fine on the outside? That creeping emotional exhaustion is a common si...
01/16/2026

Feeling constantly worn down even when life looks fine on the outside? That creeping emotional exhaustion is a common sign it’s time to seek support.

Read practical insights and gentle guidance in our latest blog: https://www.gentle-empathy.com/post/when-emotional-exhaustion-is-a-sign-to-seek-support

Many people begin therapy not because something dramatic has happened, but because emotional exhaustion has become a steady presence in their lives. Nothing may look obviously wrong from the outside, yet inside they feel worn down, unclear, or emotionally distant.This kind of exhaustion often develo...

Feeling overwhelmed by the constant background to-do list in your head? Our new post breaks down practical ways to light...
01/15/2026

Feeling overwhelmed by the constant background to-do list in your head? Our new post breaks down practical ways to lighten the mental load so you can breathe easier and focus on what matters.

Read it now: https://www.gentle-empathy.com/post/how-to-lighten-the-mental-load-you-re-carrying

How to Lighten the Mental Load You’re CarryingMental load refers to the constant background thinking that accompanies responsibility. It is the ongoing awareness of what needs to be done, remembered, anticipated, or managed, even when nothing urgent is happening in the moment.This invisible load c...

You can sleep and still feel exhausted — because some tiredness is emotional, not physical. In our latest post, Brian Fe...
01/14/2026

You can sleep and still feel exhausted — because some tiredness is emotional, not physical. In our latest post, Brian Feldman explores that heavy, lingering fatigue and practical ways to notice and respond to it.

Read: https://www.gentle-empathy.com/post/you-re-tired-but-it-s-not-the-kind-of-tired-sleep-fixes

You’re Tired, But It’s Not the Kind of Tired Sleep FixesThere is a kind of tired that sleep does not touch. You can rest, take time off, or even sleep well through the night, and still wake up feeling worn down. Your body may be rested, yet something inside still feels heavy.This kind of tired i...

Feeling drained but can’t pinpoint why? You might be carrying hidden emotional labor. 💭 Read the signs, learn how it wea...
01/13/2026

Feeling drained but can’t pinpoint why? You might be carrying hidden emotional labor. 💭 Read the signs, learn how it wears you down, and find practical ways to protect your energy in my new blog post.

Read more: https://www.gentle-empathy.com/post/the-emotional-labor-you-re-carrying-without-realizing-it

Many people feel emotionally exhausted without fully understanding why. They may be functioning well on the surface, meeting responsibilities, and showing up for others, yet feel worn down in a way that rest alone does not seem to fix. One common reason is emotional labor that goes largely unnoticed...

Feeling emotionally exhausted but you can’t pinpoint why? You’re not alone. In our latest blog, Brian Feldman explores w...
01/12/2026

Feeling emotionally exhausted but you can’t pinpoint why? You’re not alone. In our latest blog, Brian Feldman explores why this vague, heavy fatigue shows up and offers gentle ways to notice, name, and begin to replenish yourself.

Read the short piece for practical compassion and small steps to feel steadier. https://www.gentle-empathy.com/post/when-you-feel-emotionally-exhausted-but-can-t-explain-why

Sometimes exhaustion arrives without a clear reason. You are getting through your days. You may even be doing many things well. Yet underneath it all, you feel worn down in a way that is difficult to explain.When people ask how you are, you may struggle to answer. Nothing specific is wrong, but some...

Burnout can sometimes make you feel lost, but therapy offers a supportive path to recovery. It’s not about fixing what's...
01/09/2026

Burnout can sometimes make you feel lost, but therapy offers a supportive path to recovery. It’s not about fixing what's wrong; it’s about nurturing what’s strong. If you or someone you know needs to talk, don't hesitate to reach out.

Learn more here: https://www.gentle-empathy.com/post/how-therapy-supports-burnout-recovery

Burnout is one of the most common reasons people seek therapy, even when they are still functioning well in many areas of life.People often come to therapy feeling confused, ashamed, or frustrated with themselves. They may worry that needing help means they are weak or failing.In reality, seeking su...

Many believe that rest is the solution to burnout, but it often leads to frustration. Explore why rest is not the same a...
01/08/2026

Many believe that rest is the solution to burnout, but it often leads to frustration. Explore why rest is not the same as recovery and what can truly help.

Read more here: https://www.gentle-empathy.com/post/rest-is-not-the-same-as-recovery

Rest Is Not the Same as RecoveryWhen burnout sets in, many people respond by trying to rest. They take time off, sleep more, cancel obligations, or step back temporarily, expecting energy and motivation to return.Rest can feel like the logical solution. After all, exhaustion is often the most visibl...

When burnout feels like numbness instead of exhaustion, it can leave us feeling confused and disconnected. If you or som...
01/07/2026

When burnout feels like numbness instead of exhaustion, it can leave us feeling confused and disconnected. If you or someone you know has experienced this, it's important to seek support and understand that you're not alone.

Read more: https://www.gentle-empathy.com/post/when-burnout-feels-like-numbness-instead-of-exhaustion

When Burnout Feels Like Numbness Instead of ExhaustionWhen people think about burnout, they often imagine feeling drained, overwhelmed, or emotionally raw. For some, burnout looks very different. Instead of feeling exhausted, they feel numb.Life continues. Tasks get done. Conversations happen. You m...

Are you feeling emotionally exhausted? Burnout may have taken a toll on your nervous system. Discover how chronic stress...
01/06/2026

Are you feeling emotionally exhausted? Burnout may have taken a toll on your nervous system. Discover how chronic stress changes the way your body and brain function in our latest blog post. Dive deep into the physiological roots of burnout and learn how to reset.

https://www.gentle-empathy.com/post/what-burnout-does-to-your-nervous-system

What Burnout Does to Your Nervous SystemBurnout is often described as emotional exhaustion or loss of motivation, but its roots are deeply physiological. Chronic stress changes how the nervous system functions, which helps explain why burnout feels so pervasive and difficult to shake.When burnout se...

Burnout is not a lack of motivation; it's a serious response to chronic stress. Let's shatter the stigma! Read more here...
01/05/2026

Burnout is not a lack of motivation; it's a serious response to chronic stress. Let's shatter the stigma!

Read more here: https://www.gentle-empathy.com/post/burnout-isn-t-laziness-how-chronic-stress-changes-you

Burnout is often misunderstood. Many people interpret it as a lack of motivation, discipline, or resilience. When energy drops or engagement fades, the internal story quickly turns toward self-criticism.“I should be able to handle this.” “Other people manage more than I do.” “Maybe I’m j...

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