Rita Alexopoulos Psychotherapy

03/23/2026

Ever felt unstoppable in a high-pressure moment — then completely wiped out afterward? New blog: After the Adrenaline: Why the Crash Follows explores why that post-adrenaline crash happens and how to bounce back more gently. Read more: https://wix.to/M4Txzo5

03/05/2026

When the world feels louder than usual, small shifts in how you manage your mind and stay grounded under pressure can make a big difference. Read it in full and take one gentle step today: https://wix.to/iMUrB8L

There are times when the world feels louder than usual. The pace quickens. The demands multiply. Decisions have to be made quickly and often with incomplete information. You move from one moment to the next without much space in between and even when the day ends, your mind doesn’t always follow. ...

07/22/2024

🕊️ Coping with loss and grief can be challenging, but please remember, you're not alone. https://wix.to/ro40riQ

I have been taking a bit of a break from maintaining this blog because in the past few months, my family has been dealing with a very difficult loss. The loss has a been a great one – my youngest son’s close friend at only 10 years old. I contemplated writing about this because of the difficulty...

06/06/2024

Exploring self-compassion https://wix.to/D4pm2pJ

In the journey of self-discovery and personal growth, one of the most powerful tools we possess is self-compassion. As a psychotherapist, I've witnessed firsthand the transformative impact that cultivating self-compassion can have on individuals' mental and emotional well-being. In this blog post, I...

03/22/2024

I plan to write more educational posts on this topic, but this one is a personal share. https://wix.to/m16JSOS

Although I’m sure it was there earlier, the first time I really remember its presence, was before my baseball game. It was not easy being the only girl in the league, and I was not often let to forget it. All the signs were there; sweaty palms, butterflies in the stomach, nausea. Some days I was a...

02/20/2024

Endless scrolling is something that affects many of us. Read about the psychology behind endless scrolling and what techniques may be helpful for getting out of this trap.

In the age of social media, the endless scroll has become a pervasive phenomenon. From Facebook to Instagram, Twitter to TikTok, users find themselves endlessly swiping and scrolling through an infinite feed of content. But why do we engage in this behavior? What drives us to spend hours mindlessly....

02/11/2024

Taking time to be more present when our attention is being pulled in many directions.

Embracing the Present Moment In a world filled with constant distractions, where the pace of life seems to accelerate with each passing day, the concept of mindfulness has emerged as a beacon of calm in the storm. It's a term that permeates conversations, social media feeds, and wellness discussions...

02/05/2024

Coming from 20 years of experience in brain injury rehabilitation, my first post is a connection of my two careers.

What is an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)? An acquired brain injury (ABI) refers to damage to the brain that occurs after birth and is not related to a congenital or degenerative disorder. ABIs result from various external factors or events that cause damage to the brain tissue. These injuries can have...