mental Health Resources

We’re committed to not just treating mental health issues but also empowering families to thrive. That’s why we’ve put together an extensive collection of mental health resources, designed to inform, educate, and inspire everyone in our community.

These resources are more than just information; they’re tools that can transform lives. Whether you’re a parent, a young person, or a caregiver, you’ll find valuable insights and practical advice to help you understand and navigate mental health challenges.

Adult woman sitting on a couch beside a supportive friend who listens quietly, showing the calm presence that helps a loved one cope with acute stress disorder after trauma.

How to Help Someone with Acute Stress Disorder: Tips & Treatment Options

Learn practical tips and treatment options to help someone with acute stress disorder, offer meaningful support, and encourage professional care.
Leigh Shane
Published: 05/13/2026 | Updated: 05/07/2026
Authored by: Leigh Shane,
Edited by: Christina Kayanan, LAADC, LMFT
Teen girl holding her head in her hands on kitchen counter while her parents fight with each other in the background

6 Signs You Grew Up in a Dysfunctional Family and How to Begin Healing

Mental Health Awareness Month in May offers more than a reminder to care about mental health. It creates space to look more closely at the experiences that shaped us long before adulthood.  For many people, especially those seeking stability, recovery, or a fresh start, emotional patterns did not appear out of nowhere. They were learned, […]

Carolina Barnum
Published: 05/13/2026 | Updated: 05/13/2026
Authored by: Carolina Barnum, B.A.
Edited by: Angeleena Francis, LMHC
Young woman sitting on couch holding tablet and smiling as she looks at the screen and listens with headphones

Recent Court Rulings on Social Media Companies and Mental Health Harm – What Do These Mean?

Social media was originally sold to us as a way to connect with the people we love. And although it did deliver that, it also somehow captured way more of our attention than we wanted it to.  The average teenager spends about 4.8 hours per day on social media. This is more time than they […]

Eilaf Meenai
Published: 05/12/2026 | Updated: 05/12/2026
Authored by: Eilaf Meenai, MD
Edited by: Jemma Strain, BSc Psychology, PhD
Man in military green tee with camo pants lying on a couch with a therapist next to him holding his shoulder

Ins and Outs of Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy

Psychiatry is an ever-expanding field of medicine that has come a long way in the past several decades. We have FDA-approved medications that can lift people out of debilitating lows and many psychotherapy approaches have genuinely changed lives.  But for its progress, psychiatry is still a somewhat imperfect science. A significant number of people just […]

Eilaf Meenai
Published: 05/12/2026 | Updated: 05/12/2026
Authored by: Eilaf Meenai, MD
Edited by: Jemma Strain, BSc Psychology, PhD
Exhausted woman with ADHD sitting on a couch with her head in her hands, surrounded by an unfinished to-do list and a cluttered laptop.

5 Signs of ADHD Burnout in Women: Fatigue, Irritability & More

Learn 5 key signs of ADHD burnout in women, including fatigue, irritability, and more, and practical ways to recover and protect your mental wellbeing.
Carolina Barnum
Published: 05/12/2026 | Updated: 05/07/2026
Authored by: Carolina Barnum, B.A.
Edited by: Angeleena Francis, LMHC
An adult with ADHD struggling to focus on work due to environmental distractions and overwhelm.

How to Stop Getting Distracted with ADHD: 5 Strategies to Try

Learn 5 practical, ADHD-friendly strategies to help stop getting distracted, improve focus, and build daily habits that keep you on track throughout the day.
Leigh Shane
Published: 05/11/2026 | Updated: 04/28/2026
Authored by: Leigh Shane,
Edited by: Isaac Reed, AMFT
Adult experiencing ADHD overstimulation from sensory overload in a busy office environment.

5 Signs of ADHD Overstimulation in Adults

Learn 5 key signs of ADHD overstimulation in adults, what triggers it, and practical ways to manage sensory overload and protect your mental energy daily.
Carolina Barnum
Published: 05/08/2026 | Updated: 04/28/2026
Authored by: Carolina Barnum, B.A.
Edited by: Rey-Phillip Genaldo, LMFT
Young man wearing a beanie sitting at a desk researching on his laptop

Myths and Misinformation: Cannabis for Treating Mental Health

In recent years, we’re hearing more talk about using cannabis for mental health, as a way to relax, sleep better, and help with anxiety and stress. For some people, it feels like a more “natural” option compared to standard mental health treatment. But the claims around mental health and cannabis are often incomplete. What we […]

Veronica Silver
Published: 05/07/2026 | Updated: 05/07/2026
Authored by: Veronica Silver, MA
Edited by: Jemma Strain, BSc Psychology, PhD
Woman sitting in chair at table across from doctor holding a clipboard

Probiotics – Are They a Useful Add-on to Traditional Anxiety and Depression Treatments?

More people nowadays are looking for additional ways to feel better than just the traditional mental health treatment options alone. Therapy and medication remain the main forms of treatment for depression, anxiety, and other conditions. But we’re also becoming more aware of how our physical health and lifestyle play an important part in our emotional […]

Veronica Silver
Published: 05/07/2026 | Updated: 05/07/2026
Authored by: Veronica Silver, MA
Edited by: Jemma Strain, BSc Psychology, PhD

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