Dorlee Michaeli, MBA, LCSW

#EMDR Psychoanalytic Therapist (NY, NJ & IL) Helps Women Heal/Thrive | she/her; editor | #socialwork #mentalhealth

[Dorlee Michaeli, MBA, LCSW @SWcareer]

Even the smartest women often feel like frauds. That's imposter syndrome, and it has little to do with confidence. Here's why it persists https://t.co/Ns2o3CS5Vm #impostersyndrome #WomenEmpowerment #MentalHealth

[Dorlee Michaeli, MBA, LCSW @SWcareer]

✅ When ease gets praised early, many quiet high achievers grow up believing that effort is exposure. Real confidence grows when effort stops feeling like a threat. https://t.co/A1eYM1k2vv #impostersyndrome #perfectionism #GrowthMindset

[Dorlee Michaeli, MBA, LCSW @SWcareer]

It’s rarely the “string” that holds us back.
It’s the story we’ve learned to believe.

Once we start noticing those old mental loops and choosing new ones,
the mind can become an ally again. 🌱

#Neuroplasticity #HealingJourney #TherapyThoughts

[Debbie Hampton @dlhampton]

10 Common Negative Thinking Patterns and How You Can Change Them
🔗 https://t.co/EQI3wYoeZ6

🧠 Negative thinking can change your brain — but so can awareness and choice.

We all fall into unhelpful thought patterns sometimes:
😟 Overgeneralizing
😣 Catastrophizing
😔 Focusing only on what went wrong

These mental habits can quietly fuel depression and anxiety, keeping you stuck in a negative loop.

💡 The good news? You can train your brain to think differently.
By recognizing and reframing these patterns, you start to build new neural pathways that support emotional balance, resilience, and peace of mind. 🌱

#mentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #Mindfulness #Depression #Anxiety #NegativeThinking #Thinking #Thursdaythoughts #Thursdaymotivation

[Dorlee Michaeli, MBA, LCSW @SWcareer]

✅ The Expert Trap: Why “Never Knowing Enough” Keeps You Stuck https://t.co/tUStjUz2oi < Many quiet achievers think confidence comes from knowing it all. In truth, it’s built by trusting you can learn in motion.

#impostersyndrome #MentalHealthMatters #CareerTips

[Dorlee Michaeli, MBA, LCSW @SWcareer]

Rumination can feel like working hard… but it’s really your brain spinning its wheels. Quiet high-achievers often confuse it with problem-solving. Self-distancing helps shift from stuck loops to real clarity. 💭✨ #Anxiety #TherapyIsSelfCare

[Debbie Hampton @dlhampton]

How to Stop the Negative Thought Loop in Your #Mind https://t.co/yqlKQsNCr4

People who engage in a lot of rumination are more likely to develop mental health problems. Here's how to stop negative thoughts.

#depression #anxiety #Tuesdaymorning #Tuesdaythoughts #Tuesdaymotivation #mentalhealth #negativethinking #thoughts #anxiety #depression

[Heather deCastro, LCSW @hdecastronyc]

When one bot isn’t enough…
it’s not about better answers.
It’s about being known.

AI can reflect. But it can’t hold.

That’s still human work.

#AIandTherapy #MentalHealth #HumanConnection #ChatGPT #ClaudeAI #GrokAI

[Dorlee Michaeli, MBA, LCSW @SWcareer]

When tragedy strikes, kids need honesty + calm.
* Tell them yourself
* Answer only what they ask
* Reassure their safety,
* Help them express feelings
These small steps build lifelong resilience. 🌿
via @DrMikeAtwater
#Parenting #ChildMentalHealth #Resilience

[Child Mind Institute @childmindinst]

Acts of violence are frightening for everyone — but especially for children. Parents and caregivers can help kids process what they may see or hear, provide comfort, answer hard questions, and help kids navigate fear in a healthy way.

Read our guidance on helping kids cope with frightening news:
https://t.co/kfJMwT698q

[Dorlee Michaeli, MBA, LCSW @SWcareer]

@elmelegey Self-compassion is key. I talk about this and more in the series on imposter-syndrome.

[Dorlee Michaeli, MBA, LCSW @SWcareer]

Even the smartest women often feel like frauds. That's imposter syndrome, and it has little to do with confidence. Here's why it persists https://t.co/Ns2o3CS5Vm #impostersyndrome #WomenEmpowerment #MentalHealth

[Dorlee Michaeli, MBA, LCSW @SWcareer]

@ReallyHQ Thanks so much!

[Dorlee Michaeli, MBA, LCSW @SWcareer]

#Neuroplasticity is hope in action: the brain rewires through what we practice. Old survival patterns aren’t permanent. With support, they can be replaced with resilience, calm & confidence.

[Debbie Hampton @dlhampton]

Neuroplasticity: How Your Life Shapes Your Brain https://t.co/hpiRDXFJ2i

Think about that for a minute. It works both for good and bad. Neuroplasticity refers to alterations in your brain made in response to incoming stimuli. Your life literally changes the form and function of your brain. And you have the power to influence this!

#neuroplasticity #mentalhealth #habits #addiction #brain #neuroscience #psychology #brainhealth #neuroscience #Saturdaythoughts #Saturdaymotivation #Saturdayvibes

[PostTraumaticGrowth @AnatSamid]

Mindful achievement is not just about ticking tasks off a list. It's a holistic approach to setting and surpassing your goals while nurturing your well-being and emotional intelligence. https://t.co/YrnlWpbe1V

[SAMHSA @samhsagov]

While there's no one-size-fits-all solution for helping a family member who's misusing substances or dealing with mental health challenges, research shows family support can play a major role in helping a loved one with mental and substance use disorders: https://t.co/nc28uidWfC

[Debbie Hampton @dlhampton]

Your Mindset Shapes Your Life – For Better or Worse https://t.co/FvQeZZFW0t

Science shows that your #thoughts and #mindset affect your life in many ways - both good and bad. You choose.

#growth #fixed #mentalhealth #mind #Tuesdaythoughts #Tuesdaymorning #Tuesdaymotivation

[Dorlee Michaeli, MBA, LCSW @SWcareer]

✅ Self-Compassion for Perfectionists: The Hidden Struggle https://t.co/G9F44t1YBL < Self-compassion is the practice of treating yourself with the same care and kindness you’d offer a dear friend.
It’s not about giving up or being indulgent... #selfcompassion #MentalHealth

[Dorlee Michaeli, MBA, LCSW @SWcareer]

#financialsocialwork #financialwellbeing
#socialwork

[Stanford Graduate School of Business @StanfordGSB]

Can a two-minute story teach you personal finance? Professor Annamaria Lusardi’s research says yes — showing that simple stories about financial topics can improve adults’ financial literacy. https://t.co/LO9o8jL8Va

[Dorlee Michaeli, MBA, LCSW @SWcareer]

GHI to help build greater #resilience ! #wellbeing #MentalHealth

[Amy Morin, LCSW @AmyMorinLCSW]

Racing thoughts at night? Try GHI.

Gratitude: 1 thing you’re thankful for
Hope: 1 thing you’re hopeful about
Inner Strength: 1 thing you did to grow stronger today

3 minutes. Big impact. Learn more on this episode of Mentally Stronger 👉 https://t.co/HEZmcfzLkx

[PostTraumaticGrowth @AnatSamid]

What could use more balance in your life?

#day #hours #time #balance #emotionalintelligence #therapy #coaching #EQ #progress #qualityoflife #worklife #work #sleep #family #friends #faith #health #hygiene #hobby #soul #service #smile

[Nancy J. Smyth, PhD, LCSW @njsmyth]

Language Matters: What Not to Say to Patients with Long COVID, Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, and Other Complex Chronic Disorders-- my recently published article w/
@dysclinic https://t.co/l3bbixEp2a…

#LongCovid #MECFS

[Dorlee Michaeli, MBA, LCSW @SWcareer]

“Human cooperative behavior is one of our innate traits as homo sapiens. And what they discovered is that when you are insufficiently slept, firstly, you don't wish to help other people. And you can see that at the individual level. (And group level).” #sleep #wellbeing

[Eric Topol @EricTopol]

Interested in getting better sleep quality?
No better resource than Prof Matthew Walker
@sleepdiplomat
Our conversation
https://t.co/0rAfGQXRSd
w/transcript; open-access

[Debbie Hampton @dlhampton]

You CAN improve your happiness, #brain, & life. It's never too late. Start today.

Beat #Depression & #Anxiety By Changing Your Brain https://t.co/thYWJm8ZGL

#mentalhealth #mind #brain #selfhelp #book #mindfulness #Saturdaythoughts #Saturdaymotivation #bookTwitter #books #indie