We often use the terms ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) and ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder) interchangeably.
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How long does couples counseling take?
Couples therapy, also known as marriage counseling or couples counseling, is an approach to therapy that helps couples improve their communication patterns, resolve issues and conflicts, and strengthen their overall relationship.
Differences between Anxiety and Depression
Anxiety and depression are two of the most common mental health disorders. While they can coexist, they are very different.
Benefits of EMDR Therapy
EMDR is a type of psychotherapy that has been shown to be highly effective in treating trauma, anxiety, and other psychological conditions.
June 2023 – Updates
As mental health awareness month comes to a close, BATT would like to highlight Glenn Close and her charity "Bring Change to Mind" for a Breaking the Stigma Award. Her charity organizes school programs, shares mental health PSAs, engages in mental health research, and...
Can meditation help with depression?
Meditation has been used for centuries to promote well-being … mental, emotional, and physical. More recently, meditation is being used as a tool to treat depression.
Couples counseling is an exciting and evolving form of therapy
Counseling is an evolving field and that certainly holds true for couples counseling. New approaches, techniques, and technologies have emerged that help couples to build stronger healthier relationships. One of the more notable trends in couples counseling is the...
Different types of ADHD
ADHD stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. It is a a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects both children and adults.
Just what is EMDR?
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a powerful therapeutic approach that has literally revolutionized the treatment of trauma.
Tips for Dealing with Child Anger
DON’T TAKE IT PERSONALLY Dealing with anger is a learned response that each child must address in his development. Parents are often used by children as a tool for change. Taking it personally may escalate into anger toward your child. CHANGE THE SCENERY A child’s...
Why is college so stressful?
It’s supposed to be fun, isn’t it? Learning and hanging out with friends. That little nirvana between high school and the real world. Truth is that college can be stressful. Let’s take a quick look at some of the most common reasons why students struggle with stress,...
Why Some People Have More Extreme Emotional Reactions
Being emotional is a part of life. And even though emotions are a natural part of being human they sometimes get in the way of having a healthy and happy existence. Have you ever been told you have anger issues? Or, maybe you’re too thin skinned? If you’ve heard...