3900 University Drive, Suite 130
Fairfax, VA 22030
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Anxiety and ADHD, separately, are becoming more commonly recognized and more often diagnosed in children. Many people are familiar with the terms but may not realize just how similar the two are.Unfortunately, they impact each other,…
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When you belong to the LGBTQ community, every day of every month is pride month.With June being dedicated as pride month, it can bring out more allies than you would see on a normal day. The…
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Online therapy has become increasingly popular over the last few years. Due to technological advancements, they can easily access counseling services no matter where someone is located. Whether sitting in their car on a lunch break…
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Not only does the word "trichotillomania" look scary, but it can also be daunting to pronounce. Even if this is a new term, most people have heard of its meaning without recognizing it.Trichotillomania is the act…
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When your partner is emotionally distant, having routine deep conversations can be difficult. You may find yourself wanting to talk about feelings, but your partner avoids it. Problem-solving through situations that can result in…
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EMDR, or eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, therapy is a treatment intervention used for those struggling with traumatic memories. It originated back in the 1980s as a means of treating PTSD. Over the years, it has…
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Social media definitely has its time and place for positive impacts. The downfall is with the positives come a slew of negatives.
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The teen years can be tough because teens face challenges physically, socially, and emotionally. Hormonal shifts occur while they're still learning to regulate their emotions – a difficult combination. Some days are going to be tough,…
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You love your child to no end. But some days, no matter how hard you try, you feel like it's a constant battle. They're a perfect mix of bossy, stubborn, and argumentative. You would think their…
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EMDR therapy is becoming more commonplace among mental health practitioners. What originated as a method to treat PTSD has now become one used for a variety of different disorders and conditions. Research has shown EMDR to be…
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Hyperactive symptoms of boys with ADHD tend to overpower those of girls also struggling with ADHD. Boys tend to demonstrate more disruptive behaviors and attention-grabbing, whereas girls are more low-key and inattentive.Teen girls…
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High-functioning anxiety, at face value, can appear more like an overachiever personality or be misconstrued as something positive.
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How can I support my kid who is exploring their gender identity?
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Challenges are a natural part of life, whether in school, the workplace, among friends, or within a relationship. How we navigate those challenging situations shapes our experience and our future experiences. Social norms value action…
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Internal family systems therapy, also known as IFS, is often used as a treatment method for anxiety, depression, traumas, addiction, phobias, and certain physical conditions. This method was originally founded by a psychologist named…
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When you have kids, your main parental goal is to care for them and watch them succeed. You want them to be joyful, find happiness, and experience adventure.If your teen is struggling with anxiety, you may…
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These days, people are beginning to agree that mental healthcare is important. But the conversation mostly surrounds adults. When it does focus on teenagers, it does so mostly on girls. Boys, however, might be brought up…
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Anxiety can cause a major disruption in your life and be triggered by anything at any time.
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Life can be stressful. After a long day, sometimes the only thing you want to do is go to sleep and get a good night's rest. Sleep is the body's natural recovery and replenishment time, after…
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The brain is a beautiful powerhouse that controls every facet of day-to-day operation. It's the mastermind behind your personality and social interactions. It allows you to problem-solve every adulting task you may face in a day….
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With anxiety being one of the most common mental health disorders, treatment options are important to meet the diverse needs of those requiring help.One of the more favorable options has become cognitive behavioral therapy or CBT….
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The last four years haven't always been perfect or easy, but they were yours. You've learned and grown a lot over the past four years and become the person you are today.The same friends traveled with…
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You may have heard of EMDR therapy but wonder about it. EMDR stands for eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy.
3900 University Drive, Suite 130
Fairfax, VA 22030
Call – 571-207-5583
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