Adult ADHD Assessment and Diagnosis

Adult ADHD Assessment and Diagnosis: Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is often associated with children, but it almost always persists at least partially into adulthood. Adult ADHD may have been missed in childhood due to compensatory factors or lack of...
How Would My Teenager Benefit From Therapy?

How Would My Teenager Benefit From Therapy?

Therapy offers scientifically backed benefits for adolescents grounded in evidence-based practices and psychological research. This essay explores key reasons why therapy can be particularly beneficial for teenagers, focusing on neurodevelopmental support,...
Behavioral Activation and Depression

Behavioral Activation and Depression

Behavioral Activation is a well-regarded cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) technique that focuses on helping individuals with depression and anxiety engage in activities that can improve their mood and overall well-being. It’s rooted in the understanding that...
Let’s Get Motivated!

Let’s Get Motivated!

Motivation can be difficult especially when you’re dealing with depression.  Often we will hear people talk about waiting until they’re “ready” to start a task or make a change, as if there’s a switch that will suddenly flip, bringing motivation and...
Understanding Negative Thoughts

Understanding Negative Thoughts

Negative thoughts or negative automatic thoughts are like storm clouds that gather in our minds. They can appear suddenly and often happen when we are experiencing feelings of depression, anxiety, anger, or frustration. These thoughts act as uninvited guests,...