Anna Hindell, Lcsw-R, CIYT

04/30/2026

“I don’t care that you are tired.”

My ballet teacher said this mid-class and I found it thrilling.

As a therapist I spend my days being curious about how people feel. But she reminded me of something important. There is a difference between a feeling worth sitting with and one that simply needs to pass.

I wrote about what that distinction looks like, in the ballet studio and in the therapy room.

Full essay on Substack, link in my bio.

04/17/2026

Eight months ago, I lost someone suddenly. Grief doesn’t erase a connection, it just changes its shape.

New essay on Substack - link in bio.

03/26/2026

26 years ago, I spent a semester in Jamaica. Last month, I brought my family back to meet the people who took me in.

The roads were rough. The beauty was undeniable. Both were true at the same time.

New essay on Substack. Link in bio ☝️

03/05/2026

What I learned about connection when I put my phone away for 48 hours.

“Slower medicine doesn’t promise a quick lift. It asks for presence”.

New essay on Substack - link in bio 👆

12/02/2025

I am happy to share that my new website is officially live. It offers a closer look at how I support adults and couples through somatic, Gestalt and IFS therapy. The site reflects the grounded, thoughtful work I care deeply about.

If you are curious about my approach or want to learn more, you can visit the new site here:
www.annahindell.com

Thank you for your support and for being part of this community.

A psychotherapist in NYC offering Gestalt and IFS therapy for individuals, couples, and families. Helping clients build awareness, compassion, and lasting change.

11/11/2025

I had the pleasure of speaking to The Work Besties, Claude and Jessica, about burnout, feeling overwhelmed, and ways to stay connected in your body! I share about Gestalt therapy, IFS Parts work, and ways of staying present and fresh, even during hard times. Have a listen!

Podcast Episode · Work Besties Who Podcast · 11/10/2025 · 28m

11/03/2023

Having trouble making decisions… perhaps chronically? What’s that about for you? Overwhelm? Listen on to about what may be going on.

10/19/2023

Struggling with intrusive thoughts or compulsive behaviors- or know someone who is? Please check out my most recent article “Coping Skills for OCD: Six Types and How to Use Them” on Choosing Therapy.

10/06/2023

What does excitement feel like and what does anxiety feel like? How do tell them apart? The Gestalt approach sees anxiety as the interrupt of excitement! What do you think?

09/22/2023

When is a good time to start therapy? If you are feeling stuck in some way, it may be a good time.

09/15/2023

A wave of brisk air, September, beginnings and transitions… what keep you grounded and balanced during this time of movement? For me… my routines of meditation, yoga, work, and keeping up with the people I love.

09/06/2023

Transitions… what makes them challenging? Are you going through one? How do you handle conflicting feelings? Here are my thoughts.