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A Closer Look at the Symptoms of ADHD & Anxiety in Women

ADHD and anxiety are more connected than you might think. While they’re two different things, they frequently show up togetherβ€”especially in women. And yet, even as awareness grows, many women continue to be overlooked or misdiagnosed. That’s partly because their symptoms don’t always match the stereotypical and outdated idea of ADHD. Instead of being β€œdisruptive” or visibly restless, women might come across as forgetful, scattered, sensitive, or overwhelmed by daily life.

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How Therapy Intensives Can Help You Overcome Burnout

Burnout isn’t just about feeling tiredβ€”it’s a full-body shutdown that makes even the smallest tasks feel overwhelming. For women with ADHD, who constantly navigate mental overload, emotional ups and downs, and the pressure to keep up, burnout can feel like an endless cycle. But exhaustion doesn’t have to be your norm. With the right support, you escape from the burnout spiral and regain control of your energy and focus.

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Brainspotting and EMDR Therapies: Why They’re Different

Trauma affects everyone differently, and finding the right therapy can make all the difference in healing. Brainspotting and EMDR are two powerful approaches to processing trauma, each with unique strengths. While EMDR provides a structured, guided process to target specific memories, Brainspotting offers a more flexible, client-led experience to uncover and resolve deeply buried emotions.

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How to Beat Post-Holiday Depression

The post-holiday slump is a familiar feeling for many people, especially if you’re struggling with anxiety, low self-esteem, or people-pleasing tendencies. While the winter months can feel heavy, they also provide an opportunity for self-care, reflection, and growth. Read about and learn some practical self-care tips, insights into post-holiday depression, and how therapy can support you through the winter blues.

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Nicole Mendizabal Nicole Mendizabal

A Closer Look at the Symptoms of ADHD & Anxiety in Women

Read about how ADHD and anxiety uniquely show up in women, why they’re often overlooked, and how understanding their intersection is key to effective treatment. If you’ve ever felt like your struggles were β€œjust your personality,” this is for you!

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Nicole Mendizabal Nicole Mendizabal

How EMDR Therapy Eases Anxiety

Anxiety can feel overwhelming, making even simple tasks seem impossible. Often, it doesn’t appear out of nowhereβ€”deep-seated memories and unresolved emotions are usually at play. EMDR therapy provides a unique way to address the root causes of anxiety. By using bilateral stimulation to process distressing memories, EMDR helps reduce emotional triggers and break the cycle of fear.

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