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By Michael H. Goldman, MSW, LCSW After more than two decades working as a clinical social worker, I've come to appreciate that one of the most important questions we can ask about human behavior is not simply, "How do we change it?" but rather, "Why is it happening?" Throughout my career, I've worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families navigating emotional, behavioral, developmental, and interpersonal challenges. While their concerns may differ, meaningful therap

One of the reasons I was drawn to psychology is because I've always been fascinated by human behavior. Long before I became a therapist, I found myself wondering why people think, feel, and behave the way they do. More than 20 years into my career, that curiosity continues to guide the way I approach every individual I meet. When someone walks into my office, my mind naturally begins looking for patterns. I consider developmental history, family relationships, personality, le

Goldman Clinical Services is now offering Autism Parenting Support Sessions for families seeking guidance in understanding and managing the day-to-day challenges that can arise when raising an autistic child — both at home and within school settings. While many children receive support through school-based services, therapy, or social skills programs, parents are often left wondering how to interpret and apply those recommendations in real-world situations, including homewor

In my work as a therapist, I see a powerful truth again and again: people grow when they finally understand why they think, feel, and react the way they do. Insight isn’t abstract—it’s the foundation that allows real, lasting change. Insight-focused work means slowing down enough to notice your patterns: the behaviors you repeat without thinking, the emotional reactions that show up before you’re even aware of them, and the beliefs quietly shaping how you move through the wo

I hope everyone is settled into the fall! Now scheduling after school sessions and adult daytime appointments. Please call for initial...