Category Archives: mental health

Trauma: Working Through It, Letting it Go, and Living with It

As a mental health therapist, I currently meet with people who have lots of different types of trauma. A few people who I meet with tell me that they chose me based on my background and training in trauma therapy. Choosing a trauma therapist can be challenging, so here are some things that may beContinue reading “Trauma: Working Through It, Letting it Go, and Living with It”

Understanding Instincts: An ADHD Therapist’s Perspective

So… should I actually trust my gut? That’s a solid question! As a mental health therapist, I rely on my instincts during the sessions I have with clients. It is imperative that I trust what I have to say; but it is even more imperative that I LISTEN to what they say, because listening toContinue reading “Understanding Instincts: An ADHD Therapist’s Perspective”

Mental Health and ADHD

Do you enjoy your job? I love my job. I’ve been trained as a mental health therapist since 1995, and have been with the private practice I’m with since 2020. I did a lot of non-profit work between ‘95 and 2018, and enjoyed lots of pieces of that as well. It has always been importantContinue reading “Mental Health and ADHD”

Pilates

What are your favorite physical activities or exercises? So when I was little I really wanted to be a gymnast. I watched gymnastics on tv, I endlessly practiced doing a handstand unsuccessfully, and I successfully practiced headstands. Fast forward to the summer before my 50th year, and I moved to Texas. My childhood friend wasContinue reading “Pilates”