by Merrimack Valley Psychological Associates | Oct 5, 2026 | Habits, Psychology
Some people love their routines, and others are more spontaneous. Both are typical, but when routines start to feel less like preferences and more like urgent necessities, it’s natural to wonder if something else is going on. What Is OCD? Obsessive-Compulsive...
by Merrimack Valley Psychological Associates | Oct 5, 2026 | Therapy
Trauma is more than a one-size-fits-all experience and can happen to anyone, leaving a lasting mark on mental and physical health. Whatever you have been through, the resulting distress is real and deserves attention. Merrimack Valley Psychological Associates is here...
by Merrimack Valley Psychological Associates | Oct 5, 2026 | Children, How to Talk to Children, Parenting
As the school year kicks off, many parents feel like they’re on the outside looking in. Your kids are busy with new friends, new routines and, in some cases, entirely new lives at college. The natural pull toward independence is healthy and expected. But for...
by Merrimack Valley Psychological Associates | Oct 5, 2026 | Couples
Questions to Ask Before Divorce Deciding whether to pursue a divorce is a significant and deeply personal choice. If you find yourself wondering if you should get a divorce, know that thoughtful reflection demonstrates strength. This page provides questions to help...
by Merrimack Valley Psychological Associates | Oct 5, 2026 | Coming of Age, Grief
Do you remember that embarrassing haircut you had back in school? When you look back, do you laugh, then squirm a little bit (and maybe make sure all those old photos are deleted)? That’s nostalgia. Nostalgia is listening to that old love song from years ago and...
by Merrimack Valley Psychological Associates | Jul 9, 2026 | Psychology
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has made massive strides in its capabilities over the past few years. Today, people use it for almost anything, from sending an email to generating full contracts to serving as a form of “connection” outside of standard interactions. While...
by Merrimack Valley Psychological Associates | Jul 9, 2026 | Eating Disorders
Nine percent of Americans experience an eating disorder at some point in their life. However, the number of people with disordered eating patterns is much higher. While they may sound similar, disordered eating and eating disorders are clinically different and may...
by Merrimack Valley Psychological Associates | May 11, 2026 | Grief
Memorial Day is a United States federal holiday that honors and mourns the U.S. military personnel who have died while serving in the armed forces. While this began as a solemn day of remembrance, it has evolved into a public celebration marked by parades, barbecues...
by Merrimack Valley Psychological Associates | May 11, 2026 | Depression, Therapy
Sunshine on your face. Longer days. Endless reasons to be outdoors. If you’re feeling better than you have in months, it’s not your imagination. Summer has a way of dialing down the winter blues, and making anxiety and depression symptoms feel like last season’s...
by Merrimack Valley Psychological Associates | May 11, 2026 | Coming of Age, Uncategorized
Coming out is a milestone threaded with the full spectrum of emotions — from excitement and hope to fear and anxiety. If you’re scared of coming out as gay or sharing your sexual identity, your feelings are entirely normal. While you may be eager to show your true...
