Help us combat the Stigma of Mental Health. Everyone experiences an aspect of mental health. It is a part of us but does not define us. By acknowledging and tending to our mental health we can transform it into Mental Wellness.
Depression
Depression can form for many reasons, sometimes it is due to stress, the loss of a loved one, a difficult situation that can lead to feelings of sadness, disconnectedness, isolation and loneliness. Depression can even form due to chemical imbalances from our nutrition or even changes in the seasons. Genetics also play a factor in our depression. We know that over 7% of the US population struggles with symptoms of depression, that might not seem like much but in reality that is roughly 53 million Americans. Depression is common and it is survivable. If you want to know more you can review the symptom assessment, the PHQ 9. This is not used to diagnose individuals but understand symptoms.
Anxiety
Anxiety is one of the most common symptoms we all experience at one point or another in our life. Anxiety can be feelings of intense worry that can be felt physically, emotionally and even cognitively with stressful thoughts. Anxiety can manifest in a variety of different ways, and with varying degrees of intensity. All of our providers are trained to help treat anxious symptoms.
It’s never to late to reach out. Connect with one of our therapists. We are here to help.
ADHD
ADHD is one of the more stigmatized symptoms out there. A lot of people think that ADHD is just for kids, most aren’t even aware of Adult ADD. Let alone how it impacts a person who is diagnosed with it. The symptoms are far beyond “just having a hard time focusing” or not sitting still. It can increase anxiety, impostor syndrome, create havoc in one’s social circles as well as increase symptoms of depression. Many struggle with these symptoms and often dismiss or feel dismissed for having them. You are not alone with these symptoms and you are not your symptoms. With out team we can help you better understand them and find ways to manage and navigate these symptoms. If you are interested in ADHD or would like to check your symptoms we have linked a test below, this is not for diagnosing but for understanding symptoms. Contact us if you’d like to know more or would like assistance.
PTSD
Trauma is incredibly challenging in and of itself. It often instills many other symptoms such as feelings of helplessness, panic, feeling “out of control” and overwhelmed. It can encompass symptoms ranging from night terrors and paranoia to depression and fatigue. Trauma can occur to anyone and ranges from those who have seen violence, survived disasters, had frightening medical experiences, from serious accidents and can even come from grief. It can be debilitating tackling trauma related disorders alone. WE are here to help, we have providers trained in trauma informed care and equipped with therapeutic tools to help navigate these symptoms and the overall disorder of trauma.