By Francine Marks-Weinstein, LMHCAs summer approaches, many of us feel a natural lift in mood. Our minds drift toward vacation plans, beach getaways, poolside afternoons, and spontaneous road trips.For many…
We are living in a time of constant input. News alerts flash across our screens highlighting political differences, polarizing viewpoints, and the current state of affairs, while social media amplifies…
By Francine Marks-Weinstein, LMHCMindfulness is often misunderstood. For many people, the word immediately brings to mind sitting still, closing the eyes, and quieting the mind. If that feels difficult or…
By Francine Marks-Weinstein, LMHCAs winter fades and spring begins to emerge, nature offers a gentle invitation that renewal is possible. Longer days, warmer air, and signs of new growth remind…
Mindful Ways to Nurture Connection in the LGBTQA+ CommunityBy Francine Marks-Weinstein, LMHCFebruary often centers love around romance, heart-shaped cards, couples' dinners, and grand gestures. While romantic love can be meaningful,…
By Francine Marks-Weinstein LMHCAs the calendar turns, the world begins its familiar chorus, “New Year, New Me.” It’s marketed as a fresh start, an invitation to reinvent yourself, a push…