What Triggers Generalized Anxiety Disorder?

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Generalized anxiety disorder can make worry feel constant, even when there is no clear reason for alarm. As a psychologist in Brooklyn, New York, I often work with adults who feel stuck in cycles of overthinking, second-guessing, and persistent anxiety that seems to follow them through daily life. One of the most helpful steps is […]

Why Do High-Achieving Women in NYC Feel Anxious Even When They’re Successful?

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High-achieving women across New York City often look successful on the outside, yet carry persistent anxiety beneath the surface. In my Brooklyn practice, I work with women who manage demanding careers, relationships, and expectations while quietly questioning whether they are doing enough. I am Dr. Harari, PhD, a psychologist and founder of New Heights CBT, […]

Making it Through the Holiday Season

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For many, the holiday season is a time of deep ambivalence. A mix of feelings may be present, all equally powerful and fighting for attention at the fore of one’s consciousness. There’s excitement about seeing loved ones that have not been physically present in some time, a pull toward embracing them, eagerness to hear more […]

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