Anna Hollaender, LMFT, therapy & counseling

07/17/2022

So brave and cool when celebs are open about there mental health struggles…

I think it helps debunk the fantasy that someone somewhere “out there” has it all together. Everyone struggles… and the more we can talk openly about it the more people will feel OK to reach out for help.

As a therapist I help others and love what I do. But I am human, have struggles… but I remind myself that is what makes me great at what I do. People don’t want a “robot therapist” instead we want to know that there’s a real human, whose been through it, on their team.

Let’s have some compassion for ourselves today. There’s been so much weighty topics happening in the wold, and we’re all navigating this path together. ❤️🧠


Link to full article:
https://people.com/music/shawn-mendes-getting-help-postponing-tour-dates-source/?amp=true

07/01/2022

How to cope if you and your narcissistic parent disagree about politics.

06/29/2022

In the wake of the Roe V Wade decision I find myself wondering what are actionable things to do to help & create change.

Here’s a very clear outline my lovely friend Heather sent me that explains things in a straightforward manner.

Here’s the exact link to view as well:
Bit.ly/RoeWYCD

06/28/2022

I know a lot of therapists, coaches, & healers have been through a lot w/helping others through COVID times & balancing helping themselves.

Check out this article on compassion fatigue I think it may resonate ❤️

Link to full article:
https://www.shape.com/lifestyle/mind-and-body/compassion-fatigue

Link to self-assessment:
Compassion Fatigue and Self-Assessment test
https://nwdrugtaskforce.ie/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/Compassion-Fatigue-Handout-6.pdf

06/02/2022

How to cope with an older narcissistic parent.

02/09/2022

Join and I tonight LIVE at 8pm on Tiktok to have a convo about self-love. Please join from Dr. Anjali’s tiktok

Hope to see you there!

01/17/2022

Went to a great art show yesterday about a friend’s journey of emotional highs and lows while training to run the LA marathon.

It was awesome to see a guy in his 30s be open and vulnerable. I know it wasn’t easy. Being forthcoming about your story and sharing your art never is. Unexpected thing was seeing the show freed me up to let myself feel my feelings. Think about my own ups and downs over the last year, past relationships & lessons I have learned from them. Main thing I took away is that if I am feeling I am ALIVE. So even though sometimes I don’t feel I like I want to go through difficult emotions…. I can and I will.

It reminded me that the hardest points in our life could years later be the inspiration for an art show, a story the helps a friend, or a film…Sky’s the limit. 2022 has already started off differently than I might have expected. But I’m challenging myself to look for the silver lining. The hope. Glad you ran the marathon Greg!

#2022 health

01/13/2022

Can it be about the small wins in 2022? … I think so!

I almost didn’t post this because it felt not BIG enough as a win. It’s just cooking for yourself & being a little goofy with the celebration. But then I thought about it more the small wins is exactly what I am always helping people acknowledge… and trying to find some levity amidst all the very heavy world issues…

So my small win this week is making some high protein banana bread from one of my favorite inspirational people Robin Arzon

What’s your small win? How can we give ourselves more credit and acknowledge more wins this week?

#2022

01/06/2022

Did you deal with family conflict over the holidays? Here’s some tips on how to cope & refocus on yourself in 2022!

12/28/2021

The first “batch” of December holidays might be over….But, it’s OK to still be having waves of difficult feelings. Sad, angry, disappointment you’re not alone.

Holidays, often times through movies or social media can trigger an expectation of what we’re supposed to be doing, feeling. Basically a bit of a fantasy.

A lot of times feelings might come in a delayed manner. That’s normal. Sometimes it takes time to process.

If you’ve been in therapy a while and feel like you’ve put in the “work” but at times a new area to focus on arises. I get it.. it can feel frustrating.

Today I encourage you to both feel your feelings and consider a reframe….

I’m glad I am FEELING not shoving my feelings down with food, alcohol, or drugs. If I am feeling that means I am alive and am up to the challenge of learning and exploring this aspect of what’s coming up.

09/02/2020

Wow! Great open convo about the reality of mother daughter relationships & addiction

05/15/2020

If you’re feeling irritable, trapped, and stir crazy. You’re not alone! Talk to someone supportive! Don’t let it build up. via ripl.com

05/13/2020

I’m sure all of us are feeling a bit irritable with LA stay at home orders being extended.
In challenging times keep your self care super simple. health via ripl.com

03/22/2020

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03/22/2020

All week we wait for the weekend. Fantasizing that these days we’ll feel great. Sometimes that’s true ...but often times difficult feelings can arise. This weekend Iet’s observe our feelings instead of judging them. via ripl.com via ripl.com

03/18/2020

Need support dealing with coronavirus? Two great therapists offering an online therapy group used DBT & mindfulness skills. Call or email: 424-209-9849 or onlinetherapygroup@protonmail.com for more information

02/04/2020

Had some fun redecorating my office at my Westwood-West LA location... making it a bright warm setting

08/19/2019

Have unrealistic expectations for yourself, goal achievement and maybe even your relationships?

As a therapist PERFECTIONISM is a frequent topic. Let's be honest...there's so much pressure..starting with growing up and being expected to "get all As" or being the "best" at your job in order to get that promotion. Or even having the expectation that you should "never" have a disagreement with your boyfriend/girlfriend/or spouse

Do you relate? Take a look at a great article on this topic...

Does this personality trait help us flourish and succeed, or can it hinder our happiness and harm our mental health? In this Spotlight, we explore.