Anxiety & Emotional Health Alyssa Kushner, LCSW Anxiety & Emotional Health Alyssa Kushner, LCSW

Stress Vs Anxiety Vs Overwhelm: How To Know What You’re Feeling And What To Do About It

Ever wonder if you are just stressed or if its something deeper? Stress, anxiety, and overwhelm can look and feel very similar! But understanding the differences is important to help you figure out what to do about it. In this blog, we’ll break down what each one really looks life and feels like and practical steps to take to start feeling more in control again.

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Trauma & Healing Alyssa Kushner, LCSW Trauma & Healing Alyssa Kushner, LCSW

Understanding The Effects Of Parentification On Mental Health In Adulthood

When a child is placed in a caregiving or adult like role at a young age, it can impact the way they show up in relationships as adults - feeling responsible for others emotions, neglecting their own needs, and struggling to trust that it’s safe to receive support. In this blog, we will explore what parentification really is and the impact it has.

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Codependency & People-Pleasing Alyssa Kushner, LCSW Codependency & People-Pleasing Alyssa Kushner, LCSW

How To Recognize People Pleasing Patterns And Start Healing

People pleasing is often seen as being kind - but when it comes at the cost of your own needs, energy, and authenticity it can leave you feeling drained and invisible. In this blog, we’ll explore what people pleasing really is, common signs you may be stuck in these patterns, where it comes from, and how to overcome people pleasing and reconnect with your true self!

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Codependency & People-Pleasing Alyssa Kushner, LCSW Codependency & People-Pleasing Alyssa Kushner, LCSW

What Is High Functioning Codependency? Signs, Root Causes, and Healing

Codependency can feel like constantly putting everyone else’s needs before your own - often without even knowing you’re doing it. In this blog, we’ll talk about what codependency really is, where these patterns come from, common signs you might be struggling with it, and how therapy can help you to start healing from it to rebuild a stronger relationship with youself

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Trauma & Healing, Attachment Wounds, Emotional Needs Alyssa Kushner, LCSW Trauma & Healing, Attachment Wounds, Emotional Needs Alyssa Kushner, LCSW

What Is Relational Trauma? Understanding the Invisible Wounds That Impact How You Love, Trust, and Relate

Relational trauma and unmet attachment needs can leave invisible wounds that impact how you connect, trust, and show up in relationships. In this blog, we will explore what relational trauma is, common signs you might be carrying it, and how healing is possible - even if these patterns have felt present for a long time!

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