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When Depression Kills Your Motivation (And Why It’s Not Laziness)
Depression doesn’t always look like sadness—it often shows up as low motivation, exhaustion, and feeling stuck. Learn how depression affects the brain and how therapy and medication can help, with support available in Brooklyn, NYC, and across New York State.

Odile McKenzie, LCSW
Jan 132 min read


Why You Don’t Live Up to Your Potential (and Why Building Healthy Habits Feels So Hard)
Ever wonder why you can’t stay consistent—even when you want to? It’s not laziness or lack of discipline. This therapeutic guide breaks down the real reasons habits fail and shows you how to remove barriers, reduce shame, and build sustainable habits that actually stick.

Odile McKenzie, LCSW
Jan 63 min read


Why Some Couples Break Up Right After the Holidays
The decorations come down. The guests go home. And suddenly, you're sitting across from your partner wondering: when did we become strangers? Research shows 43% of breakups happen in December and January. But the holidays didn't cause the problem—they just made it impossible to ignore. What you're feeling isn't failure. It's clarity trying to break through. Whether you stay and rebuild or leave and start over, the bravest thing you can do is tell the truth—first to yourself,

Odile McKenzie, LCSW
Dec 23, 20255 min read


How Light Therapy Can Help You Manage Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) During the Winter Months
Seasonal depression can make winter feel heavier and harder. Light therapy is one of the most effective tools for restoring your energy, mood, and motivation when sunlight is limited. Here’s a therapist’s guide on how to use light therapy safely and effectively all season long.

Odile McKenzie, LCSW
Dec 8, 20253 min read


Finding Your Calm in the Holiday Chaos | Coping With Holiday Stress & Emotions
If the holidays feel heavier than joyful, you’re not alone. Explore gentle, therapist-guided ways to manage holiday stress, grief, and emotional overwhelm with compassion and care.

Danielle Abrenica
Nov 25, 20252 min read


Is It Chemistry or Chaos? Understanding Trauma Bonds in Dating
When the spark feels intoxicating but the relationship leaves you drained, it might not be chemistry — it could be a trauma bond. Learn how to recognize the difference and start your journey toward healthy, secure love.

Odile McKenzie, LCSW
Nov 3, 20255 min read


When Self-Love Feels Hard: How Trauma Shapes the Way We Love Ourselves
Self-love sounds simple — but when you’ve lived through trauma, it can feel impossible. Here’s why loving yourself isn’t about affirmations or bubble baths, but about healing the wounds that taught you you weren’t enough.

Odile McKenzie, LCSW
Oct 28, 20254 min read


ADHD Awareness Month: Understanding, Supporting & Empowering Those with ADHD
October is ADHD Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder—a neurodevelopmental condition that affects millions of people worldwide. ADHD is more than being “easily distracted” or “overactive.” It influences how people think, learn, and connect with others. By understanding ADHD and moving beyond stereotypes, we can create more inclusive environments where individuals feel supported and empowered to thrive.

Danielle Abrenica
Oct 14, 20252 min read


When the Days Get Darker: How to Cope with Loneliness This Winter
Colder weather often means more time inside — and more time alone. Here’s how to care for your mental health and combat loneliness this winter using gentle, therapist-approved strategies that actually help.

Odile McKenzie, LCSW
Oct 7, 20253 min read


Coping Between Therapy Sessions: How to Create a Coping Box for Stress & Anxiety
Struggling between therapy sessions? Learn how to create a personalized coping box filled with grounding tools, affirmations, and comfort items to manage stress and anxiety when life feels overwhelming.

Odile McKenzie, LCSW
Sep 30, 20252 min read


How To Heal From Emotional Neglect: Why Food, Clothing, and Shelter Are Not Enough
Emotional neglect is a hidden trauma, especially in Black, immigrant, and POC communities where survival was love. But food, clothes, and shelter aren’t enough. This blog explores how emotional neglect impacts adult relationships, and how somatic healing and ritual can help you reconnect and heal. Don’t wait for permission to begin. Your healing starts now. Click the link in bio.

Odile McKenzie, LCSW
Apr 29, 20252 min read
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