About / Nandini Maharaj, PhD

About

I'm a freelance writer, based in Vancouver. I cover health, wellness, and relationships. My work has been featured in American Kennel Club, SELF, Insider, Apartment Therapy, Byrdie, Bezzy Migraine, and more.

My explainers feature advice to help people give their dogs the best life possible. For inspiration, I turn to my dogs, Dally, Rusty, and Frankie.

I became a therapist before specializing in public health for my Ph.D. Through Wellness Guides and my platform, Smart Girl Therapy, I create content to inspire wellness and personal growth.

As a storyteller and lifelong fan of The Golden Girls, I aspire to be "Picture it, Siciliy, 1920-something, but really I'm more "Back in St. Olaf."

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Well+Good • 1st February 2023

Black Women May Experience Less Obvious Signs Of Depression, According To A New Study

They may not feel safe displaying or talking about certain emotions.

Well+Good • 27th January 2023

Here’s Why High-Functioning Anxiety Can Feel Like The Mental Health Version Of ‘No Pain, No Gain,’ According to Therapists

High-functioning anxiety isn’t a disorder but the distress we experience is very real.

Insider • 24th January 2023

My Dad Died When He Was 34. The Guilt From Outliving Him Fuels My Toxic Productivity.

I've coped with the loss by leaning hard into toxic productivity and always remaining busy.

Bezzy Migraine • 19th January 2023

What It’s Like Having Migraine As A Highly Sensitive Person

HSPs aren’t the only ones whose nervous system is easily triggered by sensory stimuli.

Giddy • 16th January 2023

How To Take Care Of Your Mental Health After Disclosing Your Abortion

Your story can break the silence, but it shouldn't break your spirit.

Katie Couric Media • 6th January 2023

The Simple Step That Can Make Your New Year’s Resolutions More Successful

A mental health check-in might be missing.

Insider • 28th December 2022

The Cast Of 'Teen Mom: Family Reunion' Says The New Season Shows The Solid Mother-daughter Relationships — And Which Need Work

The moms open up about their family dynamics and how their childhoods have shaped the ways they parent.

American Kennel Club • 13th December 2022

Lethargy In Dogs: What You Need to Know

It’s what veterinarians refer to as a nonspecific sign, meaning it doesn’t tell you what’s wrong.

American Kennel Club • 9th December 2022

Do Dogs Get Headaches?

Veterinarians agree that it’s possible but headaches are hard to diagnose in dogs.

SELF • 28th November 2022

6 Signs It’s Time to Talk to Someone About Your Anger

You don’t need to have road rage to have a problem.

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