Wondering if anxiety is holding you back more than you realize? Many adults hesitate before starting therapy, unsure if their struggles are “serious enough.” As a Connecticut therapist specializing in anxiety treatment, I break down the signs that it’s time for therapy, common misconceptions, and what to expect in your first session. If worry, overthinking, or panic attacks are interfering with your life, therapy can help you regain control.

For many individuals navigating the complex U.S. immigration process, obtaining legal status can be challenging, especially when facing the possibility of separation from family members. One option available to those at risk of deportation or inadmissibility is an Extreme Hardship Waiver. This waiver allows a non-citizen to remain in the U.S. if they can demonstrate that their removal would cause extreme hardship to a qualifying relative who is a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (LPR). A psychological evaluation can play a crucial role in strengthening an extreme hardship case by providing detailed, professional documentation of the emotional and psychological impact that separation would have on the qualifying relative.