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10/29/2025

Quitting is often framed as failure, but sometimes it is survival! 💔❤️‍🩹

NPR’s LifeKit explores signs that a goal, job, or relationship may be costing you more than it is giving. Walking away can create space for growth and renewal.

Read more: https://www.npr.org/2025/09/12/nx-s1-5403630/signs-its-time-to-quit

If you are navigating a difficult decision, our therapists can help you process and move forward. Contact Lowey Psychological Services at 215-625-9655.

Philadelphia psychology office, Lowey Psychological Services, offering therapy, counseling, psychological evaluations, and psychiatric medication

10/22/2025

Small changes can have a ripple effect, leading to significant shifts. Psychology Today shares 30 manageable “tune-ups” you can try, like improving sleep hygiene, movement you enjoy, and limiting screen time before bed.

These simple habits can help support mood, resilience, and clarity.

Read more: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/articles/202507/30-mental-health-tune-ups

Philadelphia psychology office, Lowey Psychological Services, offering therapy, counseling, psychological evaluations, and psychiatric medication

10/15/2025

Caregiving can feel heavy, constant, and emotionally draining.

But even just a few minutes of dance can shift energy, release emotion, and offer caregivers a moment of reconnection with their own body and joy. Let movement remind you you matter too.

Read more: https://www.greatergood.berkeley.edu/podcasts/item/what_happens_when_caregivers_dance

At Lowey Psychological Services, we support caregivers in finding resilience and balance.

Reach out today at 215-625-9655 if you’d like support.

Philadelphia psychology office, Lowey Psychological Services, offering therapy, counseling, psychological evaluations, and psychiatric medication

10/08/2025

Burnout wears us down slowly, but joy can be built up intentionally! The concept of “joyspan” invites us to cultivate lasting joy through daily practices.

Verywell Mind recommends noticing joy-stealing triggers, tracking joyful moments, and doing breathwork to help your nervous system stay regulated.

Read more: https://www.verywellmind.com/joyspan-is-just-as-important-as-lifespan-11784809

Philadelphia psychology office, Lowey Psychological Services, offering therapy, counseling, psychological evaluations, and psychiatric medication

10/01/2025

Workplaces aren't just where tasks get done; they can be nurturing spaces too.

Greater Good shows how cultivating compassion, empathy, and emotional support at work can enhance mental health, collaboration, and resilience.

When organizations value well-being, everyone benefits.

Read more: https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/how_to_build_a_compassionate_workplace

Philadelphia psychology office, Lowey Psychological Services, offering therapy, counseling, psychological evaluations, and psychiatric medication

09/24/2025

There’s still time to register for the free parent webinar tonight! Join here: https://drlowey.com/ask-the-expert-free-parent-webinar-for-back-to-school-challenges/

✨ Ask the Expert: Parent Webinar ✨

📅 Wednesday, September 24, 2025
🕕 6:00–7:00 PM
💻 Location: Virtual (via Zoom)

Parenting a teen can be challenging, especially when back-to-school stress, anxiety, or academic struggles are in the mix. That’s why Fusion Academy and Lowey Psychological Services are excited to host an “Ask the Expert” webinar designed to give parents practical insights and a supportive space for questions.

👩‍🏫 This session will begin with Nancy Fagan, LCSW, sharing insights on the challenges students often face during the back-to-school transition.

🎤 Following her talk, we’ll host a live Q&A panel featuring:
⭐ Dr. Patricia Gratson
⭐ Tiffany Copeland, M.S.
⭐ Natasha Taffet, LMFT
⭐ Dr. Nicole Machinski

What to Expect:
✔️ Guidance on navigating back-to-school challenges
✔️ Strategies to support teens’ mental health and learning needs
✔️ Live Q&A with experienced clinicians
✔️ A safe space for parents to ask questions and share concerns

This webinar is free and open to the community. Whether your teen is struggling with anxiety, motivation, or school transitions, you’ll walk away with tools and encouragement.

👉 Reserve your spot today and join us for this supportive conversation:
https://www.fusionacademy.com/.../ask-the-expert-parent.../

09/24/2025

Just like annual physicals, your mind deserves regular check-ins too.

Psychology Today urges us to treat mental health with the same routine care and structure. Proactive check-ins help catch concerns early and foster emotional stability over time.

Read more: https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/blog/consciously-creating-your-soul-life/202505/mental-health-checkups-and-a-continuum-of

Philadelphia psychology office, Lowey Psychological Services, offering therapy, counseling, psychological evaluations, and psychiatric medication

09/17/2025

Tired of restless nights?

A small five-minute ritual can help! Verywell Mind shares how keeping a sleep journal, where you note your bedtime routine, moods, and brief reflections, can reduce pre-sleep anxiety, improve sleep quality, and boost emotional clarity.

Sleep more soundly by taking a moment to reflect before bed.

Read more: https://www.verywellmind.com/want-better-sleep-5-minute-habit-11790712

Philadelphia psychology office, Lowey Psychological Services, offering therapy, counseling, psychological evaluations, and psychiatric medication

09/15/2025

✨ Ask the Expert: Parent Webinar ✨

📅 Wednesday, September 24, 2025
🕕 6:00–7:00 PM
💻 Location: Virtual (via Zoom)

Parenting a teen can be challenging, especially when back-to-school stress, anxiety, or academic struggles are in the mix. That’s why Fusion Academy and Lowey Psychological Services are excited to host an “Ask the Expert” webinar designed to give parents practical insights and a supportive space for questions.

👩‍🏫 This session will begin with Nancy Fagan, LCSW, sharing insights on the challenges students often face during the back-to-school transition.

🎤 Following her talk, we’ll host a live Q&A panel featuring:
⭐ Dr. Patricia Gratson
⭐ Tiffany Copeland, M.S.
⭐ Natasha Taffet, LMFT
⭐ Dr. Nicole Machinski

What to Expect:
✔️ Guidance on navigating back-to-school challenges
✔️ Strategies to support teens’ mental health and learning needs
✔️ Live Q&A with experienced clinicians
✔️ A safe space for parents to ask questions and share concerns

This webinar is free and open to the community. Whether your teen is struggling with anxiety, motivation, or school transitions, you’ll walk away with tools and encouragement.

👉 Reserve your spot today and join us for this supportive conversation:
https://www.fusionacademy.com/.../ask-the-expert-parent.../

09/10/2025

Trauma and stress can feel overwhelming—but they might also be the spark for meaningful growth.

A recent Stanford study shows that intentionally reflecting on how you’ve grown after a crisis can reduce depressive symptoms and even inflammation.

Small shifts in mindset can yield powerful long-term effects.

Read more: https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/focusing_on_growth_can_protect_us_from_depression_after_a_crisis

08/28/2025

Mental health and physical health are deeply intertwined - from stress and sleep to hormones and inflammation.

Verywell Mind explores how changes in one often ripple into the other. Prioritizing balanced physical habits like movement, sleep, and healthy eating supports both body and mind.

Read more: https://www.verywellmind.com/the-mental-and-physical-health-connection-7255857

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08/27/2025

A cancer diagnosis can deeply impact mental health, even after treatment.

Verywell Mind explains the emotional toll (anxiety, depression, isolation) that comes alongside physical healing. Recognizing and addressing this hidden burden is a key part of meaningful recovery.

Read more: https://www.verywellmind.com/cancer-hidden-mental-health-toll-11760388