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Forbes
In an article about affordable online therapy options, Eliana Bonaguro, LMHC, a licensed mental health counselor in Florida and New York, shared insights on how virtual therapy can improve access to care.
Bonaguro explained that online therapy can make mental health services more accessible, particularly for people living in rural areas, those with mobility challenges, or individuals in high-cost cities who may struggle to find affordable care. She also noted that while teletherapy expands access, it does not necessarily solve the broader shortage of mental health providers and may lead to heavy caseloads that contribute to therapist burnout. Read article here
Newsweek:
Licensed mental health counselor Eliana Bonaguro, LMHC, shared insights on agoraphobia during discussions about criticism surrounding lyrics by Sabrina Carpenter. Bonaguro highlighted that agoraphobia is a serious anxiety disorder that can profoundly impact daily functioning and quality of life. Read article here
Forbes: 10 Ways Therapists Personally Deal With News Anxiety
Quoted therapist Eliana Bonaguro, LMHC, discusses strategies therapists use to manage anxiety when news cycles become overwhelming. Read Aricle
Bold Journey:
Therapist and author Eliana Bonaguro, LMHC, was featured in an interview about her work combining psychotherapy, storytelling, and illustration to make complex emotional experiences easier to understand. Read article here
Healthline: Cannabis Use May Improve Insomnia, Study Suggests
In this Healthline article, therapist Eliana Bonaguro, LMHC discusses sleep difficulties and factors that can contribute to insomnia. The article explores new research examining whether cannabis-based medical products may help people with insomnia improve sleep quality. Read Article
Verywellmind: Tall Poppy Syndrome: Why Some People Can’t Stand to See You Succeed
In this Verywell Mind article, therapist Eliana Bonaguro, LMHC, explains how tall poppy syndrome occurs when people criticize or undermine someone who stands out or succeeds. She notes that it can function as a kind of “social pruning,” where individuals are cut down for being ambitious or high-achieving. Read Article here
Thriveworks
Licensed therapist Eliana Bonaguro, LMHC, was featured in a Thriveworks article discussing why people sometimes feel like they “don’t want to do anything.”
Bonaguro explained that this feeling is often misunderstood as laziness when it is frequently linked to deeper issues such as depression, burnout, emotional exhaustion, or overwhelm. She emphasizes that understanding the underlying cause is an important step toward rebuilding motivation and well-being. Read article here:
Upworthy:
Licensed therapist Eliana Bonaguro, LMHC, explained why material purchases only provide a temporary dopamine boost, noting that the excitement of buying something new quickly fades once the novelty wears off. Read article here
Tom’s Guide:
Licensed therapist Eliana Bonaguro, LMHC, explained how seasonal changes in daylight disrupt circadian rhythms, noting that morning light acts as “nature’s espresso shot for the brain” and helps regulate energy, mood, and sleep. Read artivle here
NTD News: Licensed therapist Eliana Bonaguro, LMHC, provided expert insight on the mental health risks of high-potency cannabis in an article discussing Pete Davidson’s experience with marijuana-related psychosis. Read Article here:
Tom’s Guide:
Licensed therapist Eliana Bonaguro, LMHC, provided expert insight on the “bed rotting” trend, explaining how spending long periods in bed during the day can disrupt circadian rhythms, lower mood, and interfere with healthy sleep patterns. Read Article here
RTOR:
Therapist Eliana Bonaguro, LMHC, authored an article on how hobbies such as journaling, sketching, gardening, and music can help individuals with depression reconnect with daily life by applying the principle that action often comes before motivation. Read article here
GOOD:
Eliana Bonaguro, LMHC, discussed how structured routines can reduce decision fatigue and free mental energy for creativity, referencing research on how limiting everyday choices can support deeper focus and idea generation. Read article here
GOOD:
Eliana Bonaguro, LMHC, explained why childhood fears—such as creepy clown imagery—can persist into adulthood, noting that the brain stores both the frightening image and the emotional state associated with it. Read article here
VoyageTampa:
Therapist Eliana Bonaguro, LMHC, was featured in an interview discussing her journey building a counseling practice and her approach to helping clients understand and manage anxiety and emotional challenges. Read full article here.