Author Archives: andreab

Coping with Holiday Stress and Depression

Posted on November 28, 2012 by andreab

For many people, the holidays can be a time of joy and nostalgia while for others, this time brings up feelings of loneliness and sadness.  There are many factors that can cause holiday-related stress and depression, such as the loss … Continue reading →

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Workin’ 9 to 5

Posted on April 18, 2012 by andreab

Sheryl Sandberg’s recent comment about leaving the office at 5:30pm got me thinking about how she was never comfortable revealing this information until she had reached a position in higher management.  It’s profound to think that an issue like work-life … Continue reading →

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Mad Mommy

Posted on April 11, 2012 by andreab

Do you feel like you’re working harder than your partner to raise your children and keep your house in order?  Does your partner’s “freedom” from these responsibilities make you resentful or even mad?  In my practice it’s not uncommon for … Continue reading →

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Why Women Are Smarter Than They Think

Posted on February 23, 2012 by andreab

Are women raised to be quiet?  I just caught a fascinating Today Show piece on why women don’t speak up at work.  The study showed that women are biologically wired to dumb themselves down in group settings.  When applied to … Continue reading →

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CNN’s Soledad O’Brien on Juggling Work and Family

Posted on February 22, 2012 by andreab

Soledad O’Brien’s comment on how she manages her family and career is so telling about the state of professional women…

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