Cinematherapy

Anxiety

The State of Women's Mental Health

Elisabeth J. LaMotte LICSW on March 12, 2025

March is Women’s History Month, a time to celebrate progress and reflect. But in an era of endless to-do lists and impossible expectations, how is our mental health holding up?

March is Women’s History Month, a time to celebrate progress and reflect. But in an era of endless to-do lists and impossible expectations, how is our mental health holding up?

Relationships

Why Mikey Madison Deserves to Win

Elisabeth J. LaMotte LICSW on February 28, 2025

The modern dating landscape makes slow, intentional connection increasingly rare. Ani and Ivan’s memorable, marvelous, heartbreaking story serves as a cautionary tale.

The modern dating landscape makes slow, intentional connection increasingly rare. Ani and Ivan’s memorable, marvelous, heartbreaking story serves as a cautionary tale.

Decision-Making

"The Midnight Library": Pondering the Roads Not Taken

Elisabeth J. LaMotte LICSW on February 25, 2025

Revisiting past choices and wondering "what if?" lies at the heart of the novel "The Midnight Library."

Revisiting past choices and wondering "what if?" lies at the heart of the novel "The Midnight Library."

Epigenetics

A Moving Film About Anxiety, Depression, and Real Pain

Elisabeth J. LaMotte LICSW on February 20, 2025

"A Real Pain" is a moving exploration of inherited trauma and family bonds in which cousins must confront their own identities and the weight of intergenerational trauma.

"A Real Pain" is a moving exploration of inherited trauma and family bonds in which cousins must confront their own identities and the weight of intergenerational trauma.

Therapy

How Will "Shrinking" Season 3 Navigate LA's Wildfires?

Elisabeth J. LaMotte LICSW on February 17, 2025

Why Apple TV's "Shrinking" is must-see TV!

Why Apple TV's "Shrinking" is must-see TV!