Press & Media

Aaron Rodwin is a social worker and therapist at Humantold, and this Trauma Research Foundation article explores his work using hip hop as therapy.

After being a case manager at a psychiatric homeless shelter in the South Bronx, Aaron Rodwin (LMSW) recognized how a creative outlet like Hip Hop could help mental health services to be more culturally inclusive. People suffering from both homelessness and mental illnesses experience compounding stigmas, making it extraordinarily difficult for them to get the services they need to live a better life.  

Hip Hop as therapy is an innovative, culturally affirming approach. Aaron created a pilot project called “Hip Hop Self Expression” which enables patients to create and listen to lyrical narratives that process their emotions through the power of music.

Read the full story at Trauma Research Foundation.

Humantold therapist Rachel Landman provides insights on seasonal depression in this piece from Everyday Health.

Seasonal depression isn’t just relegated to the winter. Although less common, people with summer-pattern seasonal affective disorder (SAD) experience symptoms of depression about four to five months each year.

In the article, Rachel Landman (LMHC) shares advice for handling the emotions that accompany SAD and suggests taking “a minimum of 10 minutes a day to sit in a quiet space, close your eyes, and feel all your feelings.” She also discusses how there is “no right way to meditate or be mindful of what is happening inside of you,” further highlighting the need to try different methods and test out what works best for managing symptoms.

Read Rachel's full interview in Everyday Health.

Humantold’s Lisa Siclari discusses signs of a toxic friendship with HelloGiggles.

Although friendships may have some moments of difficulty, discerning healthy and toxic relationships is important to your overall well-being. 

In the article, Lisa Siclari (LMHC) shares a variety of signs to look for, including “someone who doesn’t want to see you do better than them,” and interactions that leave you feeling “exhausted, bad about yourself, or angry more times than not.” She also touches on attributes of jealousy, possessiveness, compassion, respect, and vulnerability that can affect our relationships.

Read Lisa's full interview in HelloGiggles.

In this HuffPost piece, Humantold’s Peter Douglas discusses tactics for getting the best effects from coffee.

When it comes to having a morning cup of coffee, waiting can provide a psychological advantage. 

In the article, Peter Douglas (LCSW) explains that the “anticipation brought on by delay can heighten your senses and satisfaction with any substance, including caffeine.” He adds that making coffee part of your routine can create consistency and dullness, while delaying your first cup can add novelty and freshness to daily habits.

Read Peter's full interview in HuffPost.