Diagnosis Creep
4 Reasons Why Mental Health Diagnoses Are Increasing In recent years, mental health diagnoses have surged. I believe there are four key reasons behind this trend. 1. Diagnosis Creep The term “diagnosis creep” refers to the growing tendency to use clinical terms more broadly than intended. Terms like OCD, ADHD, depression, and anxiety are now […]
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Why Am I Anxious? A Quick Assessment
Understanding Anxiety and How to Address It Do You Feel Anxious Without Knowing Why? Anxiety often stems from unnoticed micro-habits that accumulate over time. Let’s explore seven common reasons for unexplained anxiety and how to address them. These insights reflect approaches I use with clients during therapy sessions. You can download and print the accompanying […]
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Shame and Confusion about Childhood Sexual Abuse
Understanding and Healing from Childhood Sexual Abuse: Breaking the Silence Childhood sexual abuse (CSA) is an incredibly painful but critical topic to address. While it may be uncomfortable, discussing it openly is essential for reducing the confusion and shame often carried by survivors. This article explores the complexities of CSA, the emotional aftermath, and steps […]
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4 Essential Sleep Routines
4 Essential Routines to Help You Sleep Better and Overcome Insomnia Struggling to fall asleep or dealing with insomnia? Many people look for bedtime routines to improve their sleep. While sleep hygiene can be beneficial, waiting until bedtime to fix your sleep issues is like planning for retirement on your last working day—it’s too late […]
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Overthinking and Intrusive Thoughts – 6 Phrases to get Unstuck from Overthinking and Uncertainty
How to Manage Intrusive Thoughts and Worries: A Guide to Cognitive Defusion Do you often struggle with intrusive thoughts, constant worries, or catastrophic visions of what might go wrong? Perhaps you frequently ask yourself questions like, “What if my daughter gets in a car crash?” or “What if I said something offensive at the party?” […]
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