Chamin Ajjan, LCSW, A-CBT, CST

Kissing Is Magic: Why Your Relationship Needs a Smooch Reset Stop the "autopilot" neglect. A simple kiss is a high-impact, low-effort way to lower stress, boost oxytocin, and center connection in your relationship.

The "Smooch Reset" Hook
When was the last time you gave your partner a real #kiss? In my latest piece for @psychologytoday, I dive into why we deprioritize intimacy and how a "smooch reset" can center your connection. Read more here: www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-... #Relationships #intimacy

Kissing Is Magic: Why Your Relationship Needs a Smooch Reset Stop the "autopilot" neglect. A simple kiss is a high-impact, low-effort way to lower stress, boost oxytocin, and center connection in your relationship.

Kissing Is Magic: Why Your Relationship Needs a Smooch Reset | Psychology Today www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-...

#kissing #relationships #intimacy

Cuffing Season When You’re Already Cuffed Feeling cozy in cuffing season doesn’t always mean feeling connected. Here’s how to rekindle intimacy, warmth, and spark when your relationship feels more chilly than cuddly.

Cuffing season isn’t just for singles. Already cuffed? You might still feel the chill.

Time to check in, calendar that date night, and play your way back into #connection.🔥

#relationships #intimacy #couples
Check out my latest @psychologytoday.com article 👉 www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-...

I'm a sex therapist: These 4 things 'quietly kill intimacy'—most of them are 'hiding in plain sight' "Intimacy is the heartbeat of a thriving relationship," says sex therapist Chamin Ajjan. Here are four of the biggest intimacy blockers — and what to do about them.

New on @CNBCMakeIt:
I’m a sex therapist—and these 4 things quietly kill intimacy (and what to do about it).
It’s not always the big stuff. Sometimes it’s your phone. Or stress. Or your ex.
Read more: www.cnbc.com/2025/07/12/i...
#Intimacy #SexTherapy #MentalHealth #Dating #Relationships

Today is Chronic Disease Awareness Day! Let's support and advocate for those managing chronic health issues and mental health conditions like anxiety, depression, and PTSD that can also be chronic. We see you and stand with you! #ChronicIllnessDay #MentalHealthMatters

Dating Myth Busters: Love Conquers All We’ve all heard “Love conquers all," but is it really true? Love alone may not be enough for a healthy, lasting relationship.

New on @psychologytoday : I’m gently busting the myth that “love conquers all.” Because real love—healthy love—needs more than just feelings.

Read more: www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-...

#TherapistTwitter #DatingMyths #SelfLove #Boundaries #MentalHealthMatters #LoveIsland #datinglilfe

The No. 1 overlooked move you should make this summer to boost your happiness: It's a 'powerful way to build emotional strength' "One of the best times to start is when life feels relatively stable," says psychotherapist Chamin Ajjan. "Prevention is everything."

Summer is the perfect time to start therapy.

Less stress, more space to grow. Here's why starting now might be the best decision you make this year.

www.cnbc.com/2025/05/28/p...

#MentalHealthMatters #TherapyIsCool #WorkplaceWellness #CBT #SummerReset

5 Things to Look for When Choosing a Couples Therapist Finding the right couples therapist can be tricky. Here are 5 key traits to look for so you and your partner can get the support you need, together.

Not all couples therapy is created equal.

Before you book that first session, read my latest @psychologytoday.com article on how to spot the real deal:
www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-...

May is #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth 💚
If you’ve been curious about therapy or ready to make changes, there’s no better time to start. Tap the link in our bio — we’ll help you find a therapist who fits your needs and values.
#StartYourJourney #TherapyWorks #ChaminAjjanPsychotherapy

Back in my lavender era and wondering why I ever left. It’s soft, grounding, and exactly what my soul needs right now.

How Caring for the Planet Mirrors Caring for Ourselves Small changes make a big impact. Caring for the planet and caring for yourself go hand in hand—during Earth Week and all year long.

This Earth Day, remember: sustainability starts within.
Caring for the planet mirrors how we care for ourselves—both need balance, boundaries, and nourishment.

My latest for @psychtoday.bsky.social:
🔗 www.psychologytoday.com/nz/blog/the-...

#EarthDay2024 #SelfCare #MentalHealth #Sustainability

How Caring for the Planet Mirrors Caring for Ourselves Small changes make a big impact. Caring for the planet and caring for yourself go hand in hand—during Earth Week and all year long.

Caring for the planet and caring for ourselves aren’t so different. 🌱 Small changes add up. This #EarthWeek, I wrote about the link between sustainability and self-care.

Read more via @PsychToday: www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-...

#MentalHealth #Sustainability #SelfCare #EarthDay

Why Breakups Bloom in Spring Spring often brings clarity—and breakups. Discover why this season prompts people to reassess their relationships and how it can lead to either recommitment or release.

Is your relationship on the spring chopping block? There’s a psychological reason breakups spike this season—and it’s not just the weather.

www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-...

#breakups #springcleaning #springbreakups

The mind may speak, but the soul is not bound by its chatter.

Meghan Markle’s podcast is killing it, As Ever is sold out, her Netflix show is still heavily viewed and people are mad! Why? Check out my Psychology Today article www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-...

Tired of being tired? 💤 Join The Sleep Fix on April 15 — a virtual CBT-I workshop to help you unwind, fall asleep faster, and wake up rested.

Led by Victoria Licandro, LMSW & Paula Drewes, MSW-I
$50 | 7PM EST | Zoom

🔗 chaminajjan.com/services/wor...

#CBTforSleep #MentalHealth #InsomniaHelp

Why Breakups Bloom in Spring Spring often brings clarity—and breakups. Discover why this season prompts people to reassess their relationships and how it can lead to either recommitment or release.

Why do so many couples break up in the spring? My latest @PsychToday article explores the seasonal shift from cuffing to uncoupling—and what it reveals about love and clarity. 🌱

www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-...

Your body holds stress even when your mind moves on.

Try this 1-minute somatic release to reset your nervous system and let go of tension—fast.

Bookmark it for when you need a quick reset.

Feeling overwhelmed? These 4 DBT skills help calm intense emotions fast:
💧 Cold water
🏃🏽 Intense movement
🌬️ Paced breathing
💆🏽 Muscle relaxation

They reset your body so you can respond—not react.
Save this for when you need it.

There’s no healing what we’re not feeling.

Make space to feel all the emotions. Especially the unpleasant ones.

They will find a way to be felt, one way or another.

When someone who definitely doesn’t belong ends up in your secret group chat… deep breaths, grounding techniques, and maybe a chat with your therapist. #MentalHealthMatters

RIP to the legendary and influential George Foreman. Rumble in the Jungle showed his resilience—something we foster in mental health therapy every day. And let’s not forget how he changed the way we cook with that iconic grill.

You Can’t Escape a Toxic Workplace—Even After Hours "Severance" highlights the myth of work-life balance. Escapism fails; stress persists across realms. True well-being requires psychological safety and changing toxic environments.

As the season winds down for Severance, remember: a toxic workplace doesn’t clock out when you do. My latest Psychology Today article explores its lasting impact.

Read more: www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-...

Spring is teasing us in New Jersey—sunshine, but still so chilly! Manifesting warmer days, fresh blooms, and a garden full of life. ☀️✨

I wonder how many people have signed up for calligraphy classes since Meghan Markle’s show dropped.

Thank you! Envy and insecurity often drive public criticism.

The Psychology Behind the Meghan Markle Backlash Scrutiny of Meghan Markle shows our obsession with celebrity downfall, online bullying, racial bias, and envy. Instead of tearing down, what if we looked within?

Why do we build people up just to tear them down?

My latest @psychologytoday.com article explores the Meghan Markle backlash and what it reveals about us—from online bullying to racial bias and envy.

🔗 Read here: www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-...

Social Anxiety in the Streets, Sexual Anxiety in the Sheets Sexual anxiety is social anxiety. Fear of judgment and rejection can impact intimacy, but CBT can help people replace self-doubt with confidence and connection.

Social anxiety in public, sexual anxiety in private—how they’re connected and what you can do about it.

Read my latest @PsychToday article: www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/th...

#MentalHealth #SocialAnxiety #SexualWellness

Struggling to find good couples therapy? 💙 We’ve got you covered. Our trained, experienced therapists provide warm, evidence-based support to help you reconnect & communicate better.

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This Black History Month, we honor the voices of Black leaders, visionaries, and healers. Tricia Hersey, founder of #TheNapMinistry, reminds us that rest is a form of resistance.

#BlackHistoryMonth #RestAsResistance #MentalHealthAwareness