When you’re self-employed, time off can feel like a financial punishment—especially during IVF, pregnancy complications, postpartum recovery, or caring for a loved one. This post breaks down how voluntary New York DBL (Disability Benefits Law) and PFL (Paid Family Leave) can help protect your income, plus the simple steps to enroll so you can build real peace of mind into your practice before a crisis forces your hand.

The following links are listed to provide you with additional online mental health care information. The following is not meant to be a comprehensive list, nor is it an endorsement of the content of the sites. This is a growing list, check back for updates! Associations & Institutes American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy American Counseling Association American Psychiatric Association American Psychological Assoc

Whether you’re newly diagnosed, still searching for answers, or supporting a loved one, I hope these resources help you find the knowledge, care, and community you deserve. You are not alone.

Chronic illness rates are rising, with more people aged 20–40 being diagnosed with conditions like Fibromyalgia, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus, PCOS, Endometriosis, and Adenomyosis. I see this trend growing each year in my practice. So, what can you do when you find yourself facing a chronic diagnosis that could change your life?

Running a therapy practice means you’re always supporting others but you deserve support too. In this post, I’m sharing practical resources for therapists to help you stay grounded, organized, and protected as a clinician and business owner.