By Arianne MacBean Many clients come to therapy because they experience panic. Panic, or intense anxiety, can show up in the most random places and moments. You’re sitting there, doing your thing, and then suddenly you feel dizzy, your heart races, you feel nauseous, and a sense of doom overtakes you. This is panic, and it can feel overwhelming. However,
Somatic psychotherapy is the umbrella term for methods of therapy that are rooted in the body where trauma, stress, and memory are housed. Somatic psychotherapies are based on the theory that the body holds emotion and experience. When hard-to-handle feelings and traumas are not processed, they can manifest as anxiety, panic, depression, chronic pain or illness, relational issues, self-esteem problems,
Transitioning into parenthood through adoption is a journey filled with anticipation, love, and the promise of new beginnings. Yet, as you embark on this life-altering adventure, there are essential steps to consider. One of these steps is the Pre-Adoption Psychological Evaluation. In my previous blog, I detailed exactly what this process is and how to navigate it. You can read
Have you ever been driving somewhere, and a memory from the past suddenly overwhelms you and you forget where you are going? Have you ever woken up in the middle of the night and began to worry about all the things you need to do, until the thoughts take over and you cannot fall back to sleep? Or have you
The journey towards adoption can be a roller-coaster of emotions, hopes, and uncertainties. If you are a prospective adoptive parent, you may feel wholly overwhelmed by the process. This can be frustrating and confusing. You may find yourself wondering why the worthy goal to provide a loving and stable home for a child in need is so challenging. Perhaps you
Emotional trauma can be a daily struggle. It can be upsetting to have feelings like fear, panic, anger, or sadness pop-up uninvited. Maybe you have wondered about how to get help, but have felt overwhelmed at the options. Which therapist is going to help me? Is there a “right” kind of therapy that will make my daily life better? And
ADHD Testing in Los Angeles: Finding the Right Psychologist When it comes to ADHD testing in Los Angeles, it is essential to find the right psychologist who specializes in ADHD. However, finding this “ideal provider” can feel impossible. This can be a strenuous, challenging, and lengthy process. You may have already looked through dozens of psychologists’ profiles and feel like
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder that is often diagnosed in childhood. However, it can persist into adulthood and may not be recognized until later in life. If you are looking for ADHD testing in Los Angeles or have recently received a diagnosis of ADHD as an adult, you may feel unsure of where to turn
As a psychologist who specializes in both therapy for people with ADHD as well as ADHD testing in Los Angeles, I know firsthand the struggles that adults with undiagnosed or untreated ADHD face on a daily basis. You may have been labeled as “lazy” or “unmotivated” throughout your life. However, these are only two of the common ADHD myths that
Comorbid ADHD Diagnoses: What does it mean? Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common neurodevelopmental disorder with a high frequency of comorbid ADHD diagnoses. A decade ago, many psychologists worried that ADHD was being “over-diagnosed.” However, in recent years, psychological research has proven that almost 10% of the population has ADHD (6 million children: 9.8%, according to the CDC).