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A Case of No Contact Yvette’s daughter, Gabriela, used to call her non-stop. Recently, Yvette sensed her daughter pulling away. When she brought this up with Gabriela, her daughter pushed back, sharing that she had been processing some hurtful things that Yvette had said and done over the years. Yvette was taken by surprise. WhatContinue reading Your Adult Child Has Gone No-Contact: Now What?
When Healthy Eating Stops Being Healthy You start by wanting to eat cleaner. Maybe you cut back on processed foods, start reading labels, or try to be more mindful about what you’re putting into your body. At first, it feels empowering, like you’re taking control of your health. But over time, things start to shift.Continue reading Orthorexia
About AI Therapy Millions of adolescents and adults are turning to AI therapists to navigate stressors, cope with concerns, and address mental health symptoms. Whether they’re using large language models (LLMs) (e.g., Chat GPT, Claude, or Gemini), specific mental health applications (e.g., Wysa or Abby), or companion/role play platforms (e.g., character.ai or Replika), one thingContinue reading AI Therapy: What You Need to Know
Diagnosing ADHD in Girls and Women It used to be that when we thought of ADHD, we pictured school-aged boys, unable to sit still, unfocused, and disruptive in class. Over time, we’ve learned more about how this neurotype presents in girls and women, which has expanded our understanding of this neurotype. Let’s take a lookContinue reading ADHD in Women
T Visa Case Example Juan Pablo is a 45 Mexican man who came to the United States as a young adult, fearing the increasing cartel-associated violence in his hometown. He crossed the border over the course of a couple of weeks, filled with fear, long treks, and sleepless nights. When he arrived in the U.S.,Continue reading T Visa Immigration Evaluations
ARFID Case Examples Selena is an eight-year-old girl whom others define as a “picky eater.” She has sensory issues around eating any foods that aren’t completely solid. She also avoids anything cooked or warm. Her diet consists primarily of chips, cereal, and occasionally, raw vegetables. Because of her limited food intake, Selena is underweight andContinue reading ARFID: Diagnosis and Treatment
To Rest or Not to Rest? You’re struggling to complete a paper for school or project for work. You notice you’re judging yourself for needing a break, thinking you’re “lazy” or lack drive. And because of this, you have difficulty listening to your body, even when it’s signaling for a break. Of course, our cultureContinue reading The Case for Rest
What Is the Window of Tolerance? The window of tolerance is a psychological concept introduced by renowned psychiatrist, Dr. Dan Siegel. When in our window of tolerance, we can think and act clearly, responding to stressors and life’s demands with balance and control. Here, we feel present and engaged and can function mindfully and effectively.Continue reading Window of Tolerance
A Case of Chronic Pain Marina is a 30-year-old woman who played tennis on her high school team and continued to play recreationally until a lower back injury sidelined her from the courts. One day, she was lifting some boxes in preparation for a move and felt something give out. The pain was excruciating. AndContinue reading Pain Reprocessing Therapy
The Mind-Body Connection The relationship between the mind and the body is a fascinating and powerful one that deserves attention in the field of psychology. At the forefront of understanding and approaching this connection are the time-honored methods that utilize mental work and physical movement to increase overall well-being. Mind-body practices are activities that intentionallyContinue reading Mental Health Benefits of Mind-Body Practices
Do you struggle with time management? Have trouble with getting distracted? Procrastinate working on difficult tasks? Have difficulty finishing what you started? It’s possible that challenges with executive functioning might be to blame. What are executive functions? It’s helpful to think of them as the CEO of your brain, directing your behavior. Executive functions areContinue reading Improving Your Executive Functioning Skills
Every year, September’s National Suicide Prevention Month gives us the opportunity to shine a light on an issue that touches countless lives. Suicide does not just affect one person; it impact families, friends, and entire communities. Even though this topic can feel heavy and we might want to avoid talking about it, this month servesContinue reading Suicide Prevention is a Community Effort