PHP vs. IOP Mental Health Treatment
Comparing IOP vs PHP as outpatient options: PHP: Full-day treatment, more intensive IOP: Fewer hours, more flexible Choice depends on symptom severity and support... Read more.
Untreated OCD – How It Affects Those Around You
OCD is often misunderstood as simply being “neat” or “a little particular.” But in reality, it’s a chronic condition involving unwanted,... Read more.
What Is a Functional Freeze?
A functional freeze is a trauma response: You appear fine but feel emotionally numb Going through the motions, not fully present Often misinterpreted as coping well... Read more.
Is There Medication for Borderline Personality Disorder?
No single med treats BPD directly, but options can help: Antidepressants for mood symptoms Antipsychotics for impulsivity or paranoia Often combined with therapy... Read more.
Is There Medication for Anxiety?
Yes—several medication types may ease anxiety: SSRIs and SNRIs (first-line options) Benzodiazepines (short-term relief) Beta blockers for physical symptoms If... Read more.
Understanding Intrusive Thoughts
Intrusive thoughts are unwanted, distressing mental images or ideas: Common in OCD, anxiety, PTSD Not reflective of your values Treatable through CBT and mindfulness... Read more.
Addressing Overstimulation
Whether it’s a noisy room, a hectic day or an intense emotional conversation, feeling overstimulated is a common experience for many people. For some, it passes... Read more.
Untreated Borderline Personality Disorder – How It Affects Those Around You
Borderline personality disorder is a serious mental health condition that can deeply affect the individual and their closest relationships. Living with BPD can feel... Read more.
Is There Medication for OCD?
Yes—OCD can be treated with medication: SSRIs (like fluoxetine, fluvoxamine) are first-line Often used alongside CBT May take 8–12 weeks to see full effect Obsessive-compulsive... Read more.
Addressing Avoidance in Therapy
While it’s natural to want to escape discomfort, repeated avoidance can stand in the way of growth and healing, especially in therapy. Whether it shows up... Read more.