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July 17, 2025
Rewiring Joy: How Small Steps Can Spark Big Changes in Depression
Depression often feels like a heavy fog that dims every part of life. Tasks that once seemed effortless—getting out of bed, showering, making a phone call—can feel overwhelming. While the path out of depression is rarely quick or linear, there is...
July 3, 2025
Anxiety’s Hidden Gifts: Finding Strength in the Shadows of Overthinking
Anxiety is often viewed as a purely negative experience—something to be eliminated, avoided, or suppressed. In reality, anxiety is a complex and deeply human response that, when understood and managed, can offer surprising benefits. Like many psychological states, anxiety exists...
June 19, 2025
Riding the Wave: Harnessing Chaos into Creative Clarity
For four decades, I’ve had the privilege of working with individuals navigating the complexities of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). In that time, I’ve witnessed firsthand the remarkable strengths and unique perspectives that often accompany this neurodevelopmental condition. However, when the topic...
June 5, 2025
Building a Brighter Brain: CBT’s Blueprint for Lasting Change
The human brain is powerful, adaptive, and capable of transformation. But when caught in cycles of negative thinking, it can also reinforce habits of mind that contribute to depression, anxiety, and emotional suffering. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers a structured, practical approach...
May 22, 2025
CBT vs. Medication for Anxiety: Which Treatment is Right for You?
Anxiety disorders are among the most common mental health conditions, affecting millions of people worldwide. If you struggle with persistent worry, fear, or panic, you may be wondering about the best treatment options. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and medication are two...
May 8, 2025
Modern Treatment of PTSD: An Integrative Approach to Recovery
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a complex psychiatric condition that arises in response to traumatic events, affecting a broad range of individuals, including veterans, first responders, and those who have experienced personal assaults, accidents, or natural disasters. It can severely impair...