advice for young adults

Best Jobs for People With Social Anxiety Disorder

Best Jobs for People With Social Anxiety Disorder

As a mental health counselor, I get asked a lot what types of jobs my clients should get. A therapist can act as a career coach in sorts as we can help determine what jobs fit your personality, values, and interests. A common question I am asked are what jobs are good for people who have experience social anxiety. I have found that there are a lot of jobs out there who are a great fit for people with social anxiety disorder.

4 Ways Your Anxiety Is Preventing You From Getting A Job

4 Ways Your Anxiety Is Preventing You From Getting A Job

If you are an anxious person who is thinking about getting a new job then your anxiety may be getting in the way from you actually getting that new job. As a psychotherapist, I see many young adult clients who are either right out of school and in need of finding their first full-time job or adults who dislike their current job and want to transition to a new job. Below are 4 ways that anxious symptoms can prevent people from getting a new job.

Watch Netflix's “Tidying Up” To Better Your Mental Health

Watch Netflix's “Tidying Up” To Better Your Mental Health

If you are like me and already binge watched the new Netflix series, “Tidying Up” featuring Marie Kondo then you have the itch to start tidying up your whole living space! As a psychotherapist, I saw this show from a different light in which it can actually be beneficial to your mental health.

What is CBT?

What is CBT?

The primary type of therapy that I, a Hoboken psychotherapist, use is CBT. It is probably the most well known therapy out there nowadays. But if you do not have a psychology background and have never been to a therapist then you most likely have no idea what CBT is.

How To Describe Your Mental Health Condition To A Loved One

How To Describe Your Mental Health Condition To A Loved One

If you have ever experienced a mental health condition, have you ever felt like your loved ones were trying to give you advice on how to feel better? If it were that easy to just feel better by snapping your fingers then you probably would have done that by now. The best advise someone else could give you is to seek out a professional therapist if they notice that something is off and you are exhibiting symptoms of a mental health condition.

6 Ways To Help Your Anxious Teen

6 Ways To Help Your Anxious Teen

ANXIETY IN A TEEN CAN SHOW UP IN MANY DIFFERENT WAYS. ONE SYMPTOM OF ANXIETY YOU MAY SEE IS AGITATION. WHEN A TEEN FEELS OVERWHELMED OR STRESSED THEY MAY BECOME CLOSED OFF AND RESISTANT TO DISCUSSING THEIR FEELINGS.

What Is Telehealth (Online Therapy) And Is It For Me?

What Is Telehealth (Online Therapy) And Is It For Me?

Have you been seeing ads for telehealth therapy, telemedicine therapy, or online therapy and you wonder what it entails?

15 Ways To Recognize Anxiety In Yourself and Others

15 Ways To Recognize Anxiety In Yourself and Others

Are you able to tell if you, or someone else you know, is experiencing anxiety? Here are some ways you can recognize anxiety in yourself and others. Children, adolescents, young adults, older adults (and basically anyone) experiences anxiety sometimes.

Anxiety becomes a problem when you find yourself, or someone else, experiencing anxious symptoms nearly every day and it is negatively impacting your life. If you notice this about yourself or someone else then it is probably time to seek out professional help from a therapist or counselor.

Below lists 15 different ways to recognize anxiety in yourself or others. Just for easier purposes, I will be addressing "You" throughout. Even though I am addressing you, I still want you to keep in mind if anyone else in your life is experiencing these things. It could be your child, a friend, family member, etc. You can then seek help for your child or send this article on to someone you care for and want to see get helped.

Courtney Glashow, LCSW quoted in Well + Good!

Courtney Glashow, LCSW quoted in Well + Good!

Anchor Therapy's founder and psychotherapist, Courtney Glashow, LCSW, has been quoted in Well + Good! 

Courtney discusses that comparing yourself to others does not always have to be a negative thing. 

Anchor Therapy is moving to Hoboken!

Anchor Therapy is moving to Hoboken!

Excited to announce that Anchor Therapy is moving to downtown Hoboken March 1st!

We will be located at 223 Bloomfield Street, Suite 121 in Hoboken.

We will continue to specialize in helping children, adolescents, and young adults.

What Is An Anxiety Attack & How Do I Prevent It From Happening Again?

What Is An Anxiety Attack & How Do I Prevent It From Happening Again?

Do you feel you have anxiety and experience anxiety attacks? Are you too nervous to see a therapist?

Courtney Glashow, LCSW quoted in Well + Good!

Courtney Glashow, LCSW quoted in Well + Good!

Anchor Therapy's founder and psychotherapist, Courtney Glashow, LCSW, has been quoted in Well + Good! 


Courtney discusses the difference between a toxic friendship and a supportive, positive friendship. Courtney helps distinguish the signs of a toxic friendship and what to do once you realize you are in one.

7 Ways To Stay Sane When Celebrating the Holidays With Divorced Parents

7 Ways To Stay Sane When Celebrating the Holidays With Divorced Parents

IT IS CHRISTMAS EVE AND YOU ARE ALREADY DREADING ALL OF THE TRAVELING YOU ARE GOING TO DO FROM ONE FAMILY MEMBER'S HOUSE TO THE OTHER. AS A YOUNG ADULT, YOU ARE INDEPENDENT TO DO WHATEVER YOU WANT IN YOUR DAILY LIFE. BUT WHEN IT COMES DOWN THE HOLIDAY, IT IS YOUR JOB TO MAKE IT TO ALL OF THE FAMILY PARTIES. WHETHER YOUR PARENTS RECENTLY GOT DIVORCED OR THEY HAVE BEEN DIVORCED SINCE YOU HAVE BEEN IN DIAPERS, THIS LIST IS FOR YOU.

Courtney Glashow, LCSW quoted in Well + Good!

Courtney Glashow, LCSW quoted in Well + Good!

Our founder and psychotherapist, Courtney Glashow, LCSW, has been quoted in Well + Good! 

Courtney discusses how to help a loved one who is coping with depression. 

Check out the article here!

Is My Child Clinically Depressed?

Is My Child Clinically Depressed?

HOW DO I KNOW IF MY CHILD HAS DEPRESSION OR IS JUST "MOODY"? DO I NEED TO BRING MY CHILD TO A THERAPIST? WHAT DOES IT MEAN IF MY CHILD IS CONSTANTLY AGITATED?

Change a Habit in Just 21 Days!

Change a Habit in Just 21 Days!

Is there a habit you've always wanted to change? Have you started to make this change, but then you don't follow through with it?

10 Ways to Self Diagnose an Anxiety Disorder

10 Ways to Self Diagnose an Anxiety Disorder

Do you find yourself feeling anxious, nervous, identify as "type A", or feel you have OCD? Do your friends, family, or others tell you that you are too "wound up"? Is it possible for a child to be diagnosed with an anxiety disorder?

Do Fidget Spinners Really Help With Anxiety?

Do Fidget Spinners Really Help With Anxiety?

The new hot topic has been fidget spinners. Should I buy one for my child? Should I allow students to have them in the classroom? Does it help college students focus? Will it stop me from having a panic attack? What the heck even IS a fidget spinner?

Welcome!

Welcome to Anchor Therapy's new blog section! I will be posting modern psychology information and tips. Some topics will include how you can feel less anxious, about telehealth sessions (video therapy), and how mental health is viewed in media & pop culture today. Feel free to add your email to the subscription list down below. 

Look out for new blog posts coming soon!

Courtney Glashow, LCSW