ADHD is increasingly common today across the United States. For many people living with ADHD, medications provide the support they need to focus on tasks at work or at school. For others, alternative approaches help them understand their behaviors and adjust their lifestyles to maximize wellness. Unfortunately, there are many misconceptions and misdiagnoses when it…
Trauma affects people across the United States every day. In recent years, trauma studies have helped scientists and therapists begin to understand the effects of trauma on the brain and body. They’ve also learned new ways to help clients process trauma, reduce triggers, and increase stress tolerance to prevent future trauma. While once associated with…
People in Oklahoma and across the United States struggle each day with mental health and mood disorders. In fact, at least half of people living with addiction also struggle with co-occurring disorders like depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. For many, bipolar disorder can lead to self-mediating and unhealthy forms of self-soothing as a coping mechanism.…
Trauma is a deeply distressing or disturbing experience. It can be caused by an event that is physically and/or emotionally harmful. For example, a car accident, natural disaster, violence, or sexual abuse. Trauma can also be caused by an event that threatens your life or the life of someone close to you. Trauma is bad…
People across the United States struggle with mood disorders. At least half of people struggling with addiction also have co-occurring disorders like depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. Bipolar disorder may be more common than people think. Understanding the symptoms, signs, and treatment options for bipolar disorder can help people find the right program for their…
Trauma affects people from all walks of life every day. In recent years, scientists and therapists have begun to understand the effects of trauma on the brain and body. While once closely associated with combat PTSD, anyone can suffer from trauma and unfortunately, many people do. Trauma therapy can help people uncover, treat, and manage…
Have you been considering psychotherapy? These days, it’s not uncommon for people to talk to a therapist about problems that can seem overwhelming. According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), more than 25% of American adults experience anxiety, depression, or another mental disorder each year. Others may need mental health support because of…
The goal of psychotherapy is to provide clients with a setting where they can comfortably, safely, securely, and privately talk about their mental health concerns. Individual counseling helps clients grow, heal, and move toward healthier and more productive lives. Excellent counseling is always client-driven. In fact, clients must work with their therapist to determine specific…
If you or someone you care about is considering group therapy — or is participating in a treatment program that includes it — several things must be remembered. First, participating in group therapy means that you need to be willing to share your thoughts and experiences. If you struggle with social anxiety, this could be…
What is attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and how does an ADHD treatment program work? If you or someone you care about has been struggling with ADHD, you may be wondering how professional help can be essential in improving your quality of life. Struggling with ADHD can feel like an impossible barrier, with little chance to get…