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Wellness of Mind Counseling My expertise is in grief and loss, trauma, and anxiety. I work with people of all ages, races, relig

Constant exposure to the news—especially misinformation—can take a real toll on mental health.When we are repeatedly flo...
01/13/2026

Constant exposure to the news—especially misinformation—can take a real toll on mental health.

When we are repeatedly flooded with alarming headlines or false information, our nervous system stays in a constant state of stress. Over time, this can lead to increased anxiety, difficulty sleeping, irritability, hopelessness, and emotional exhaustion.

How it can impact mental health:
• Heightens anxiety and fear
• Fuels catastrophizing and overwhelm
• Contributes to burnout and emotional numbness
• Increases conflict and mistrust
• Encourages doomscrolling and disconnection

Protective steps you can take:
• Limit news intake to specific times of day
• Choose credible, fact-checked sources
• Avoid consuming distressing news before bed
• Balance information with grounding activities
• Pause before sharing—verify before reacting

Staying informed is important—but so is protecting your peace. You are allowed to step back, set boundaries, and care for your mental health.

Political Stress Is Real — and Your Response Makes SenseFor many people, the current political climate can bring up fear...
01/10/2026

Political Stress Is Real — and Your Response Makes Sense

For many people, the current political climate can bring up fear, anger, grief, or a sense of helplessness. Constant exposure to political conflict, uncertainty, and emotionally charged messaging can place strain on mental health—especially for individuals and communities with lived experiences of trauma, loss, or systemic harm.

When stress feels ongoing, the nervous system may remain in a heightened state, which can show up as:
• Anxiety or emotional overwhelm
• Irritability or emotional numbness
• Difficulty sleeping or concentrating
• Increased fatigue or burnout

Trauma-Informed Ways to Cope:
• Set compassionate media boundaries. Staying informed does not require constant exposure. Choose when and how much you engage with news and social media.
• Support nervous system regulation. Gentle practices such as slow breathing, grounding, stretching, or rest can help your body feel safer.
• Honor your capacity. It is okay to step back from conversations or spaces that feel activating or unsafe.
• Focus on what is within your control. Small, values-based actions or routines can help restore a sense of stability and agency.
• Seek connection that feels supportive. Spend time with people who listen without judgment and respect your boundaries.
• Reach out for professional support if needed. Ongoing distress is not a failure—it is a signal that support may be helpful.

Protecting your mental health during times of political stress is not avoidance. It is care, resilience, and self-respect.

January doesn’t have to start with pressure.This month’s Together in Wellness newsletter invites you to reset with compa...
01/05/2026

January doesn’t have to start with pressure.

This month’s Together in Wellness newsletter invites you to reset with compassion — letting go of rigid resolutions and choosing gentleness instead.

✨ You don’t need to fix yourself.
✨ You don’t need to rush healing.
✨ You are allowed to begin again, softly.

In the January issue, we explore:
• Compassionate ways to reset in the new year
• How self-kindness supports emotional wellness
• Gentle reflection prompts to guide your intentions

Comment below to be added to the email list or DM your email address

If you’re feeling overwhelmed as the year begins, support is available. You don’t have to do this alone.

💛 Together in wellness.






The Hidden Impact of New Year’s Resolutions on Mental HealthWhile the new year often comes with pressure to “fix,” “chan...
01/01/2026

The Hidden Impact of New Year’s Resolutions on Mental Health

While the new year often comes with pressure to “fix,” “change,” or “do more,” traditional resolutions can unintentionally increase stress, guilt, and feelings of failure—especially when they are rigid or unrealistic.

When resolutions are framed as all-or-nothing goals, many people experience:
• Increased anxiety and self-criticism
• Shame when goals aren’t met
• Burnout before the year truly begins

Mental-Health–Friendly Alternatives to Resolutions:

Instead of setting resolutions, consider:
• Setting intentions that allow flexibility and self-compassion
• Choosing a word for the year (e.g., balance, rest, clarity, growth)
• Focusing on habits, not outcomes (small, sustainable changes matter)
• Checking in with your needs, not just your productivity
• Practicing self-reflection, not self-punishment

Growth does not require perfection.
Healing does not require a January deadline.
Progress can happen gently—and at your own pace.

Be kind to yourself this year.
Your mental health deserves it.

Help Me Reach 1,000 Followers by December 31If my page has ever offered you comfort, clarity, or a reminder that you’re ...
12/23/2025

Help Me Reach 1,000 Followers by December 31

If my page has ever offered you comfort, clarity, or a reminder that you’re not alone, I invite you to help me grow this community.

Here, I share grounded, compassionate information on:
• Grief and loss
• Trauma and healing
• Mental health education
• Coping strategies for everyday life

My goal is to reach 1,000 followers by December 31, and I cannot do that without your support.

Please follow this page and share it with someone who may benefit. You never know who might need these words today.

Thank you for being part of a space rooted in healing, understanding, and connection.

Together in Wellness
❤️

The holidays are often portrayed as joyful and full of connection—but for many people, this season can bring grief, lone...
12/23/2025

The holidays are often portrayed as joyful and full of connection—but for many people, this season can bring grief, loneliness, stress, or emotional exhaustion. If the holidays are not happy for you, know that you are not alone.

Here are gentle ways to care for yourself:

• Name what you’re feeling. Sadness, anger, numbness, and grief are valid responses. You do not need to force joy.
• Honor your limits. It is okay to say no to gatherings, traditions, or conversations that feel overwhelming.
• Create your own traditions. Light a candle, journal, take a quiet walk, or do something meaningful that brings comfort.
• Stay connected in ways that feel safe. Reach out to one trusted person or spend time in supportive spaces—online or in person.
• Practice self-compassion. This season does not define your healing or your strength. Take things one moment at a time.
• Ask for support when needed. Therapy, support groups, or trusted loved ones can help you feel less alone.

If the holidays feel heavy, allow yourself grace. Your experience matters.

Honoring a loved one during the holidays can be both meaningful and healing. There is no “right” way to remember—only wh...
12/23/2025

Honoring a loved one during the holidays can be both meaningful and healing. There is no “right” way to remember—only what feels right for you. Here are 10 gentle ways to honor someone who has died during the holidays:
1. Light a candle in their memory
2. Hang a special ornament in their honor
3. Cook or bake their favorite recipe
4. Create a memory stocking or keepsake
5. Visit their gravesite or a place that felt special to them
6. Share stories and memories with others
7. Volunteer or donate in their name
8. Play their favorite music
9. Write them a letter expressing what’s on your heart
10. Take a quiet moment to reflect and honor their presence in your life

Grief doesn’t disappear during the holidays—it deserves space, compassion, and care. Honor them in a way that feels meaningful to you.

Family dynamics often intensify during the holidays due to several intersecting factors:• Increased proximity and time t...
12/23/2025

Family dynamics often intensify during the holidays due to several intersecting factors:
• Increased proximity and time together: Extended contact can reactivate long-standing roles, patterns, and unresolved conflicts.
• Heightened expectations: Cultural and familial ideals of togetherness, harmony, and gratitude create pressure that may clash with lived realities.
• Unresolved grief and loss: Holidays frequently highlight absences and changes, amplifying emotional vulnerability.
• Role regression: Adults may unconsciously revert to earlier family roles when returning to familiar environments.
• Stressors and fatigue: Financial strain, travel, disrupted routines, and caregiving demands reduce emotional bandwidth and coping capacity.

The following are tips to help you cope:
• Set realistic expectations: Release the idea of a “perfect” holiday; aim for manageable and meaningful moments instead.
• Establish boundaries in advance: Be clear about time limits, topics of conversation, and personal needs.
• Practice emotional regulation: Use grounding strategies such as deep breathing, brief walks, or mindful pauses.
• Choose your level of engagement: It is acceptable to disengage from triggering conversations or step away when needed.
• Seek support: Lean on trusted friends, chosen family, or professional supports to process emotions before and after gatherings.
• Honor your needs: Prioritize rest, nourishment, and moments of quiet to replenish emotional energy.

Holiday stress does not indicate failure or dysfunction—it reflects the emotional weight of shared history, expectations, and change. Intentional coping strategies can help transform the season into one that feels safer, more grounded, and more authentic.

What Is Intergenerational Trauma?Intergenerational trauma refers to the emotional, psychological, and sometimes even phy...
11/19/2025

What Is Intergenerational Trauma?
Intergenerational trauma refers to the emotional, psychological, and sometimes even physical wounds that are passed down from one generation to the next. These patterns don’t start with us—yet they often shape how we cope, how we communicate, and how we show up in our relationships and families.

How Is It Passed Down?
Trauma can be transmitted through:
• Learned behaviors and coping styles
• Family beliefs and narratives about emotions, safety, and identity
• Unresolved grief, stress, and survival patterns that children absorb
• Biological stress responses that can impact future generations

We may carry pieces of our ancestors’ experiences without even realizing it.

Are You Interested in Learning How to Break the Cycle?
I’m exploring interest in a 4-week virtual workshop where we will:
• Understand intergenerational trauma
• Explore its impact on our lives and relationships
• Learn practical, healing-focused strategies
• Use the book Break the Cycle by Dr. Mariel Buqué as our guide

If this sounds like something you’d like to be part of, drop a “💚” in the comments or send me a message!

Healing is possible—and it can start with us.

Have you heard the term intergenerational trauma?Many of us carry emotional wounds passed down through our families—some...
11/16/2025

Have you heard the term intergenerational trauma?

Many of us carry emotional wounds passed down through our families—sometimes without even realizing it. These patterns can shape how we cope, how we love, and how we show up for ourselves and others.

I’m curious — do you know what intergenerational trauma is?

Share your thoughts in the comments 👇🏽

I’m exploring interest in a 4-week virtual workshop where we’ll dive into:

• What intergenerational trauma is
• How it impacts our identity, relationships, and wellbeing
• How these patterns get passed from one generation to the next
• Practical strategies and healing tools to break the cycle

If this is something you’d love to learn more about—or if you’d be interested in participating—drop a “💚” in the comments or send me a message.

Together, we can begin the journey toward healing and rewriting our family narratives.

Exciting News!Our new Together in Wellness newsletter is coming soon! 💌Each month, we will share gentle reflections, men...
10/27/2025

Exciting News!
Our new Together in Wellness newsletter is coming soon! 💌

Each month, we will share gentle reflections, mental health tips, and holistic practices to support your emotional well-being.

✨ Want to receive it directly in your inbox?
Send us an email at wellnessofmindcounseling@gmail.com to be added to the mailing list.

Let’s grow, heal, and thrive — together in wellness. 🌱

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