The Connections Between ADHD and Eating Disorders
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The Connections Between ADHD and Eating Disorders

ADHD symptoms are frequently misunderstood or missed altogether, as they often present in subtle ways. When paired with an eating disorder, these complexities can feel overwhelming- but there is hope to recover from your eating disorder while living with ADHD.

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How EMDR for Complex PTSD Can Help You Heal
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How EMDR for Complex PTSD Can Help You Heal

Living with Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD) can feel like carrying an invisible weight that no one else seems to understand.

It’s not just the memories of what happened—it’s the emotional rollercoaster, the constant feeling of being “too much” or “not enough,” and the deep longing of wanting connection but feeling afraid to trust.

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Reclaiming Our Voices: Healing Wisdom for the Worried
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Reclaiming Our Voices: Healing Wisdom for the Worried

Since I was a young child, singing has been a natural expression of my being.

Something about singing along to songs on the radio, singing among others at concerts and in choirs, and just singing myself through my day offered solace. Singing allowed me to find my voice even when I felt silenced by the daily challenges of life.

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What is EMDR Therapy? An EMDR Therapist Breaks it Down
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What is EMDR Therapy? An EMDR Therapist Breaks it Down

While traditional talk therapy is great for understanding why you feel this way, sometimes you need something that speaks directly to your body's stress response, especially if you are someone who has experienced trauma.

That's where EMDR comes in.

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Self Confidence vs Self Worth
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Self Confidence vs Self Worth

In and out of the therapy room, self worth vs self confidence are frequently discussed concepts.

While often used interchangeably, these are two very different aspects of our self-perception that play important roles in our overall well-being.

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Eating Disorders in Athletes
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Eating Disorders in Athletes

Behind the smiles of some athletes who return home decorated with Olympic medals is a struggle that has overshadowed their quest for gold.

Olympic glory has come at the cost of their physical and mental health as they struggle with disordered eating and body image. In recent memory, more have spoken out about their struggles.

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How Trauma Affects The Brain and Memories
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How Trauma Affects The Brain and Memories

Many people who have experienced trauma struggle with fragmented memories, intense emotions, and physical sensations they can't explain. Understanding the sciencey, neurobiology of trauma, can provide insights into these experiences and start to clear a path for healing.

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Navigating Toxic Positivity as a Trauma Survivor
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Navigating Toxic Positivity as a Trauma Survivor

In the age of social media and self-help gurus, we're constantly bombarded with messages telling us to "just be positive" or "good vibes only."

While positivity can be beneficial, there's a dark side to this relentless optimism - toxic positivity.

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