Have you ever wondered why you panic when a partner doesn’t text back immediately? Or perhaps why you feel the urge to run away the moment a relationship starts to feel “too close”? You aren’t… Attachment Styles 101: How Early Patterns Shape Adult Relationships (And How to Change Them)
We live in a culture that loves to hustle. We wear our exhaustion like a badge of honor, bragging about how little sleep we got or how many coffees it took to get through the… Sleep Is Not a Luxury: How Rest Shapes Your Mood, Focus, and Mental Health
If you live in Southern Oregon, you know the drill. Somewhere around late October, the vibrant autumn colors fade, the rain sets in, and a gray blanket seems to cover the Rogue Valley until April.… Is It Just “Winter Blues” or Depression? How to Tell the Difference (And What to Do)
We have all been there. It’s Sunday night, and you can feel your heart beating a little faster. Your jaw is tight. Your mind is already racing through the to-do list for Monday morning. Is… When Does Stress Become Anxiety? Signs to Watch For and How to Find Relief
Why Resolutions Often Fail (And Why Intentions Work) Most New Year’s resolutions are “all-or-nothing.” If you resolve to “never be stressed” and then have a bad Tuesday, the resolution feels broken. Sustainable mental health intentions… Beyond Resolutions: Setting Sustainable Mental Health Intentions for 2026
By Michael Higginbotham, NCC, LPC If I could gently remove one phrase from our collective vocabulary, it would be “move on.” In my years sitting across from grieving spouses, parents, and children here at Helping… The Ocean Has No End, But You Can Learn to Swim: Why Your Grief Doesn’t Need “Fixing”
If you are an adult with ADHD, you might feel like you are always “behind,” always trying to catch up, or always letting someone down. You may care deeply and try very hard, but still… Living with Adult ADHD: Understanding Your Brain and Building Skills That Actually Help
What Is Complex PTSD? When we hear the word “trauma,” we often think of a single scary event, like a car accident or a natural disaster. Many people who go through these events can develop… When Trauma Doesn’t End: A Guide to Understanding Complex PTSD
When we hear the word “addiction,” we often think of blame or shame. At Helping Hand Therapy, we have a different perspective. We view substance struggles as medical issues. They need kindness, understanding, and professional… Understanding Substance Use Disorder: A Guide to Compassion and Healing
What Are Personal Values? Your Inner Compass Have you ever had to make a tough decision and felt pulled in different directions? That feeling comes from your personal values. Think of your values as an… What Are Your Personal Values? A Guide to Finding Your Inner Compass
