Acceptance & Commitment (ACT)

The Hidden Face of ADHD: Why So Many Women Go Undiagnosed…
January 14, 2026

When most people imagine ADHD, they picture a young boy who can’t sit still. But that stereotype leaves out people whose ADHD symptoms look entirely different. While boys are more likely to show hyperactive or disruptive behaviors, girls tend...

Catching Kids Being Good
December 28, 2025

Did you know that by age 12, a child diagnosed with ADHD will have heard an average of 20,000 negative comments?  Additionally, kids with behavioral challenges hear more frequent criticism than praise. “Why can’t you just listen?” and “Why...

How Parents Can Connect with Their Teens
December 22, 2025

The teenage years can be an adjustment for both children and parents. Teenagers are finding their identity and are becoming more aware of themselves. Parents go through a phase of learning about their child, even after knowing them for...

Holidays in Recovery
December 17, 2025

In theory the holiday season is full of joy, connection, and tradition. However, for those in recovery the Holidays can be triggering. For some, the holidays have been associated with over consumption of alcohol and drugs. The holidays can...

A Kid’s Guide to Expressing Feelings
September 3, 2025

How are you feeling today? This is a question we hear often. But what is the answer? Some feelings are easy to understand while others are confusing and not as easy to understand and express. We can also feel...

Understanding the Difference Between Self-Harm and Suicidal Ideation
August 29, 2025

When discussing self-harm and suicidal ideation, it’s important to understand that while both may involve significant emotional pain, they are not the same. These experiences have different underlying functions, levels of risk, and clinical implications—and understanding those differences can...