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10/17/2025

Weekends are meant to recharge you, not drain you.
But sometimes, without realizing it, we spend them in ways that deplete rather than restore.

Here are a few habits to watch out for 👇

📌Overbooking your time.
Saying yes to every plan leaves no space for you to just be.

📌Treating rest like a reward.
You don’t have to “earn” your downtime. You’re allowed to rest simply because you need it.

📌Doom-scrolling instead of unwinding.
You think you’re relaxing, but your mind is still overstimulated.

📌Skipping the reset.
A little prep on Sunday, laundry, meals, journaling, can calm your Monday chaos.

📌Ignoring your emotional check-in.
Pause and ask: What do I need this weekend, rest, connection, or quiet?

You don’t need a busier weekend, you need a balanced one.
Make space for stillness, laughter, and peace.

Your Monday self will thank you.

10/14/2025

Have you ever noticed how exhaustion always shows up right after you’ve ignored your own needs?

It’s your body’s way of whispering, “I need you to care for me.”
So instead of pushing through, pause. Breathe.
You’re allowed to rest, to say no, to take a step back.

You are not lazy for needing rest. You’re human.

Let this be your gentle permission to do less today, and feel more peace.
Because healing doesn’t always mean doing more. Sometimes, it means allowing yourself to just be.

10/10/2025

Today we pause, we reflect, and we remember: mental health is human health.

You don’t have to be “broken” or in crisis to care about your inner world.
Seeking support, speaking your truth, and honoring your emotions, these are acts of bravery.

Let’s normalize:

Saying “I’m not okay”

Asking for help

Taking rest

Making space for healing

On this day, I invite you to:
Share how mental health shows up in your life
Reach out to someone who may be struggling
Commit to one small act of self-care

If you ever wonder if therapy is for you, it is. You deserve to be heard, held, and healed.

🦋 May this day be a gentle reminder: Your mind matters. Your feelings matter. You matter.

10/07/2025

I had the honor of presenting on mental health at St. Joseph’s University in Brooklyn, New York, in recognition of World Mental Health Day. It was a truly meaningful experience to engage with students, faculty, and professionals who are passionate about fostering emotional well-being and building supportive communities.

During my presentation, I had the opportunity to discuss the importance of prioritizing mental health, breaking the stigma surrounding seeking help, and recognizing the power of self-awareness and connection. The conversations that followed were insightful and inspiring, reminding me how essential it is to continue creating safe spaces for dialogue and healing.

I’m grateful for the invitation and for everyone who participated with openness and curiosity. Together, we can continue to normalize mental health conversations and promote a culture of compassion and care.

10/06/2025

This habit is secretly stopping you from growing.

You keep showing up for everyone, except yourself.
You say “yes” when you really mean “no.”
You push through exhaustion because rest feels like weakness.

But here’s the truth:
Overgiving isn’t strength. It’s self-abandonment dressed as kindness.

You can’t pour from an empty cup, and you don’t have to.
Start small: say no without guilt, rest without apology, and choose yourself without shame.

Growth starts when you stop betraying your own needs.

10/03/2025

We’ve all been there staring at the ceiling, mind racing, wishing for rest. If that’s you tonight, try this gentle reset:

1. Breathe 4-7-8
Inhale for 4, hold for 7, exhale for 8. Repeat 4 times to calm your nervous system.

2. Brain Dump
Keep a notebook by your bed. Write down every thought on your mind, let the page hold it for you.

3. Ground with Sound
Play soft white noise, rainfall, or calming music to quiet the mind.

4. Relax Your Body
Starting from your toes to your head, tense and release each muscle. Notice the heaviness.

It’s okay to rest even if you can’t sleep. Your body still benefits from slowing down.

10/02/2025

Therapy isn't Scary!

Let’s be honest, the thought of opening up to a stranger about your deepest feelings can feel intimidating.

Now here’s the truth:

📌Therapy isn’t about being judged.
It’s about being heard without shame.

📌Therapy isn’t about “fixing” you.
It’s about helping you discover your strength and tools for healing.

📌Therapy isn’t a test.
There are no right or wrong answers, just a safe space to be real.

📌Therapy isn’t scary. It’s brave.
Every session is one step closer to peace, clarity, and freedom.

09/26/2025

Therapy is a safe place to develop, heal, and gain a better understanding of yourself; it's not just for when things are going wrong.

Here are five compelling reasons to start therapy:

📌You feel trapped.
when you find yourself repeating the same patterns without understanding why.

📌You're carrying emotional pain.
Therapy allows you to safely let go of the weight that comes with unprocessed grief, trauma, or heartbreak.

📌You wish to understand yourself.
Discover the reasons behind your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, as well as how to make better decisions.

📌You're sick of working alone.
It can change your life to have a place to talk that is safe and judgment-free.

📌You wish to avoid burnout.
Building resilience before life overwhelms is another goal of therapy, in addition to problem-solving.

You don’t need a “big reason” to start therapy, wanting to feel better is reason enough.

09/22/2025

Yes! Therapy Helps You Show Up for Family.

When you heal, everyone around you benefits.
Here’s how therapy can help you show up for the people you love:

Better Listening: You learn to hold a safe space for others.

Clearer Communication: Therapy teaches you to express yourself kindly and confidently.

Healthier Boundaries: You stop people-pleasing and start honoring your own needs, which makes relationships healthier.

More Presence: When you’re less weighed down by stress or resentment, you can enjoy family moments fully.

Breaking Cycles: You model emotional wellness for your kids, siblings, and even parents.

🦋 Therapy isn’t just for you, it’s a gift to your family, too.

09/19/2025

Many of us grow up, but the pain we carried as children grows with us.

Childhood trauma doesn’t just vanish, it quietly shapes how we think, feel, and connect as adults.

Here’s what it can look like (and a reminder that healing is possible)

09/15/2025

Stress and worry can weigh on your heart, but peace has a way of bringing life back to your whole being.

“A calm heart gives life to the body.”

Today, choose calm; one deep breath at a time.
Let go of what you cannot control and hold on to what brings you peace.

Your body, mind, and soul will thank you.

09/12/2025

Let’s clear up some common myths about therapy and show what it’s really all about.

Therapy isn’t what you might think, it’s so much more!

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118-35 Queens Boulevard Suite 400
Forest Hills, NY
11375

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	9am - 5pm

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+16462832737

Website

https://www.butterflycounselingservices.com/

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