Your Psychologist On Speed Dial

Why Situationships Are Harder to Get Over Than Real Relationships?

Ever found yourself stuck on a situationship that feels impossible to move past — even harder than an actual long-term relationship? You’re not alone. In this episode of Your Psychologist on Speed Dial, we unpack why situationships have such a powerful hold on us. Dr. Dean Hinitz and I dive into: • Why the brain craves the “what if” fantasy of a situationship • How uncertainty and unfulfilled potential keep us hooked • Why your mind replays it like a loop, long after it ends • Tools to finally break free and stop giving your energy away ✨ If you’ve ever wondered why it feels 10x harder to get over “almost something” than the real thing, this conversation is for you. 💡 Drop your thoughts in the comments. Have you ever been stuck overthinking a situationship? 🧠 Got something on your mind? Submit your question here: https://forms.gle/7n46HiGoQA16Jmch8 💌 Contact: yponsd@gmail.com You’re in good hands.

Why You’re Confident in Some Spaces (and Shrink in Others) | Stop Tying Your Worth to Others

Ever walk into one room feeling unstoppable… and in another, it’s like your confidence disappears? In this episode of Your Psychologist on Speed Dial, we explore the psychology behind why your confidence changes depending on the space you’re in, and how to stop letting other people’s opinions define your worth.   Licensed psychologist Dr. Dean Hinitz and host Mary Beth Lavender share practical tools to:                   •  Understand the root of your confidence shifts                   •  Build self-worth that’s not tied to external validation                   •   Feel grounded and capable no matter where you are If you’ve ever wondered how to be confident anywhere or how to stop caring what people think, this conversation will give you the insight and the encouragement you need.

Can therapy be restrictive?

In this episode, we explore another question from the community: Can therapy be restrictive? I bring this to Dr. Dean Hinitz, my go-to licensed psychologist, and together we talk about what happens when therapy feels like it’s not quite fitting, or it feels disconnected, and what steps to take to get back on track. Whether you’re in therapy, considering it, or questioning it, this conversation is for you. 🧠 Got something on your mind? Submit your question here: https://forms.gle/7n46HiGoQA16Jmch8 💌 Contact: yponsd@gmail.com You’re in good hands.

Following Up in Therapy: Whose Job Is It?

Your last session ended with something big on the table… but your therapist didn’t bring it up again. Should they have? Or is it on you? In this episode, we explore the often unspoken expectations around follow-ups in therapy. Mary Beth brings the question to licensed psychologist Dr. Dean Hinitz, and together they unpack the dynamics of memory, responsibility, and emotional safety in the therapeutic relationship. Whether you’re new to therapy or deep in the work, this one’s for you. --- Do you have a question about your career, relationships, purpose, boundaries, self-sabotage, overthinking, etc. Anything you wish you could ask a psychologist without booking a full session? Here’s your chance! We’re collecting real questions from real people (that’s you!) to answer anonymously on the show. No topic is too big or too small! Submit your question at the link below and we will answer it in an episode! https://forms.gle/7n46HiGoQA16Jmch8 [https://forms.gle/7n46HiGoQA16Jmch8]

Supporting Your Anxiety When Therapy Isn’t an Option

At times, anxiety can feel overpowering, especially when the world is in constant flux and changing by the minute. Just know you’re not alone in feeling overwhelmed without access to formal support. In this episode, we explore realistic and meaningful ways to care for your mental health and provide tools you can actually use, no therapy bill required. -- Do you have a question about your career, relationships, purpose, boundaries, self-sabotage, overthinking, etc. Anything you wish you could ask a psychologist without booking a full session? Here’s your chance. We’re collecting real questions from real people (that’s you!) to answer anonymously on the show. No topic is too big or too small! Submit your question at the link below and we will answer it in an episode! https://forms.gle/7n46HiGoQA16Jmch8