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Those whom don’t understand addiction will tell themselves that they should disconnect from the addict in their lives. They might even fuel the stigmas around addiction. They would believe that

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can be a helpful approach for managing symptoms of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) or Attention-Deficit Disorder (ADD). While CBT doesn’t cure ADHD, it can provide strategies and techniques

Adolescence is a critical period in neurodevelopment. Research has indicated that the teen brain on substances will show abnormalities in brain functioning, of which often permanently change neurocognition. The longer

Adolescence is a time of exploration, self-discovery and navigation through various challenges. For some, this period can be a time when past trauma has reared its head and started screaming.

Although smart phones have made it convenient and easy when communicating with our kids, teens and screens should be used responsibly to avoid mental health challenges. Below are some useful tips

“Adulthood is like looking both ways before you cross the street and then getting hit by an airplane.” – Emma Davis What is transitional living? Several blogs could be written to

Neurodivergence and mental health are often interconnected due to the nature of living with neurodiversity. Neurodivergence encompasses conditions such as: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)  Autism is a developmental disorder that

Statistics on teen mental health give reality to the declining conditions for our youth. Yet, these facts remain to be unrecognized, ignore and untreated. According to the World Health Organization;

Depression. Globally and without any considerations for age, background, education or socio-economic status, depression is our most prevalent mental health issue.  The world of depression is complex, subjective and scientific.

The match between therapist and client is crucial for learning and healing. This client/therapist relationship, often referred to as a therapeutic alliance, or goodness of fit, is characterized by mutual

Results from The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Youth Risk Behavior Survey 2011-2021 (YRBS) were published earlier this year, and the latest numbers are shocking: An alarming 57%

Alcoholism, alcohol abuse, alcohol use disorder, alcohol misuse, alcohol dependence. Whichever term you use, the bottom line is… if there is continued use despite adverse consequences, then it probably falls

We know that having social connections is not only good for our mental health, but can heal our mental health. We know this to be true because we can not

Boarding schools for autism can be a beneficial option for those who may require specialized education and support.  The decision to send a child, whether neurotypical or autistic, to a

Teen mental health is not only a family issue, but a societal issue that demands our collective attention. Parents telling their children that “high school will be one of the

Taking a gap year can be a valuable and transformative experience, providing individuals with the chance to grow personally and gain a broader perspective before pursuing further education or entering

“I feel” statements are a foundation in communication skills. Working in the mental health field, this is often a fundamental of which clinicians use in family therapy. I am so