Dr. Robert Henderson, Licensed Psychologist

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5 Mindfulness Steps That Guarantee Increased Success And Vitality Dr. Ellen Langer is a renowned mindfulness expert, experimental social psychologist and Psychology Professor at Harvard University, and the author of the groundbreaking book Mindfulness. Her research has found that increasing mindfulness results in increases in health, competence and happiness. More specifically, when people become more mindful, they become more charismatic, more innovative, less judgmental. M...emory and attention improve, relationships expand, and mindfulness even leaves its imprint on the products we produce. How can we become more mindful in our lives, and create more success and vitality in the process? Dr. Langer suggests we take these 5 critical steps: 1) Seek out, create, and notice new things: actively notice and bring into focus new things about your present situation including work, people, and the environment. 2) Realize how behaviour can be understood differently in different contexts. The next time a colleague or friend does something that would typically embarrass or anger you, try this: think of three positive reasons that the individual might have acted in this way. 3) Reframe mistakes into successes. Ask yourself how this failure might be useful in some way to you or your business. 4) Be aware that stress -- indeed, all emotion -- is a result of our views about events. Think of three reasons why, if a perceived negative event were to occur, it could have positive ramifications in the long run. The key is to understand that stress is created by your interpretations of events, not the events themselves. 5) Be authentic. Embrace yourself and find new ways to be true to yourself, honouring who you are rather than forcing yourself into a rigid box that constrains and limits you. Read the whole article in: https://www.forbes.com//5-mindfulness-steps-that-guara/2/

Dr. Robert L. Henderson, Licensed Psychologist I am very excited to announce that my private practice has officially opened its doors in New City, NY and servicing the Rockland/Bergen Community! I offer my services on Saturdays all day for now, but looking into adding days in the near future and I am accepting new clients now. My office is located at 345 N Main Street, Suite 10, New City, NY 10956. Parking is available in the premises. For more information please visit my w...ebsite at www.roberthendersonpsyd.com or call me for a free phone consultation at 201-660-4279. More about me and my services: I’m a NY/NJ licensed psychologist with more than 12 years of experience providing psychotherapy for young adults and adults in New York and New Jersey, and pleased to share the wealth of knowledge I’ve gained working with college students at IONA College and William Paterson University Counseling Center. I offer individual psychotherapy for adolescents (14-19), emerging adults and adults and I greatly enjoy the challenge of working with a wide range of people and their concerns. I do, however, have some specific interests and areas of expertise: Depression, Anxiety, and Mood Disorders I blend emotional focus therapy and cognitive-behavioral techniques with an exploration of the underlying causes of distress. Recovery from Trauma and Loss I prioritize creating safe spaces where survivors can access their natural resilience to promote healing. Social Justice Conversations I remain aware that therapy happens within a social and cultural context, and make a place for discussing issues related to oppression, intersectionality, and privilege when appropriate. Exploring Identity I provide an accepting space for discovery in which people can explore who they are, where they’re going, and who they want to be. Anger Management and Conflict Resolution I teach interpersonal skills and coping tools to help people communicate assertively and improve their relationships. Everyone is Welcome! I am particularly interested in inviting those who may not feel as comfortable in all treatment spaces: members of the LGBTQQIAAP communities, gender-creative folks, people wanting to talk about size acceptance, people of color and members of marginalized groups, those in non-traditional relationships, iconoclastic artists and activists, Burners and nerds, and everyone else who struggles with how to succeed on this planet without forcing themselves to fit in. Additionally, I am able to provide clinical supervision for unlicensed mental health professionals and graduate students, and consultation for peers seeking additional assistance. I am so pleased to move into this next phase of my career, and to be sharing this update with all of you. If you feel I might be a good fit for your or a loved one and I hope you will consider contacting me or referring them to me. Thank you!