The Power of Letting Go: A Guide to Radical Acceptance
What is Radical Acceptance? Radical acceptance is a key concept and skill within Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based therapy developed by Marsha Linehan. It was designed to help those diagnosed with borderline personality disorder. Over time, DBT is effective in treating other mental conditions such as depression, anxiety disorders, […]
Helping young adults establish independent self-management
As teenagers transition into adulthood, an essential skill they need to develop is independent self-management. The ability to effectively manage various aspects of life, such as finances, time, and responsibilities, lays the foundation for a successful and fulfilling future. In this post, an ADHD therapist in Charlotte, NC will explore practical strategies and tips to […]
Breaking Down Sensory Sensitivities
Each person has a unique sensory profile, meaning that every individual has different sensory preferences and sensitivities. Common preferences may include observing a sunset, smelling flowers, or listening to a favorite song. Often, we call upon our preferences to self-soothe, relax, or experience positive emotions. Sensitivities tend to cause discomfort or distress and can make […]
Enmeshment Trauma: What is it?
Enmeshment trauma, or sometimes called emotional incest, refers to a family system that lacks boundaries. In an enmeshed family, the parents or caregiver inappropriately relies on the child to meet their emotional needs. The child, in turn, is not allowed to be emotionally independent. Therefore, becomes more attuned to their parents’ needs than their own. […]
Managing Your Mental Health While Working Remotely
As remote and hybrid work becomes a permanent part of professional life, many of us are still adjusting to completely virtual or hybrid work environments. Remote work offers opportunities for some that were not previously available, such as flexibility in working location and caretaking schedules, as well as a general increase in accessibility. However, working […]
Disorganized Attachment
As many know, attachment styles are a key component in understanding and breaking dysfunctional relationship patterns. Attachment styles develop in childhood based on our relationship with our caregivers. In adulthood, they serve as the foundation for how one behaves, communicates, and handles conflict in relationships. Attachment styles are divided into two categories: secure and insecure. […]
Anxiety: How to cope with anxiety caused by things out of your control
Anxiety, feelings of worry, nervousness, or unease, is a common source of distress. When worrying is excessive, difficult to control, and causes significant distress or impairment, it can be especially challenging to cope with. There are many causes of anxiety and different people may have vastly different triggers for their anxiety. A common source of […]
Use DBT Skill Check The Facts to help you manage your Anxiety.
At one time or another, we all have experienced moments where we may have felt fearful or worrisome. Have you ever experienced moments where a certain event happens, or a thought pops up in your mind and you find yourself sweating and/or your muscles tense, and/or you feel like you have something caught in your […]
ADHD Decision Making
Our lives are an accumulation of decisions made over time. Every day we are presented with infinite choices. Some small, like deciding what’s for dinner. Others are big, like having a child. Some easy, some that feel impossible, and some that exist in the middle. You probably don’t even realize many of the decisions you’re […]
Recognizing Overthinking and How to Stop: DBT Emotion Regulation Skills
What is overthinking and what are the impacts? Overthinking is going over the same thought again and again, analyzing the simplest of situations or events until all sense of proportion is gone. The overthinking brain cannot translate these thoughts into actions or positive outcomes. Therefore, it creates feelings of stress and anxiety. Overthinking often prevents you […]