Birds and the bees to represent the development of sexuality across age span

A couple facing away from each other, with resentment and doubt.

Teen boy looking in the mirror alone with head down, looking withdrawn and sad. Symbolizes adolescent depression, emotional overwhelm, and mental health struggles in teenagers.

Emotional dysregulation is one of the most overlooked struggles in children with ADHD.
It is not a discipline issue or defiance. It is a nervous system that feels too much, too fast, with not enough support to slow down.
Children do not calm down because we tell them to. They calm down because we co-regulate—by showing up with steady, grounded presence again and again.
With the right tools, support, and understanding, these children can grow into emotionally resilient adults.

Autistic teenager and supportive parent sitting together, representing LGBTQIA-affirming care with a NYC psychiatrist for gender-diverse youth

Learn about gender-affirming hormones, puberty blockers, and mental health support from an LGBTQIA-affirming psychiatrist in NYC. Safe, informed, respectful care.

Struggling to date in NYC? This therapist unpacks why gay men chase perfection, avoid intimacy, and get stuck in dating app burnout—all through a psychoanalytic lens.

Learn how to tell the difference between normal behavior and ADHD in children. Get expert tips on signs, diagnosis, and when to seek an evaluation.

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental condition that affects how a person perceives the world and interacts with others. But what causes it? The answer isn’t simple—and researchers still don’t have all the pieces of the puzzle—but we now know that both genetics and environmental factors play a role in its development.