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How is ADHD different from ADD?

How is ADHD different from ADD?

We often use the terms ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) and ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder) interchangeably.

How long does couples counseling take?

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.

Benefits of EMDR Therapy

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

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...

Can meditation help with depression?

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.

Different types of ADHD

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?

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...

How Do I Know My Kid Needs Therapy?

Hi! My name is Angelica Bellman, and I am a Child Behavior Therapist serving Birmingham and surrounding areas from Birmingham Anxiety and Trauma...

Underneath the Anger

My name is Angelica Bellman, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor at Birmingham Anxiety and Trauma Therapy. For the last seven years, I have...

Why is college so stressful?

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...

Teletherapy for mental health care showing many benefits

Teletherapy for mental health care showing many benefits

Organizations across America have been researching the matter and, at this time, we can confidently share that, when it comes to mental health matters, telehealth – or teletherapy – has been providing many types of patient benefits.

January 2023 – Updates

January 2023 – Updates

Do you have Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance and seeking therapy services? BATT would love to check your benefits and help you get started! ***** On...

What the heck is a quarterlife crisis?

What the heck is a quarterlife crisis?

More than ever before teens, 20-year olds, and 30-year olds are feeling frazzled, anxious, and overwhelmed. The search for oneself is becoming more...

Imagining a Better Life

Imagining a Better Life

Our lives are filled with a series of events; one after another.  Blissful events, tragic events, and everything in between. When those tragic...

New Mental Health Hotline – 988

New Mental Health Hotline – 988

An exciting new-and-improved national mental health emergency hotline is now live across the U.S. What is it? 988 is the new Mental Health Hotline...

Anxiety – When To Seek Help

Anxiety – When To Seek Help

Anxiety. We all have it from time to time. And, according to the ADAA, anxiety is the most common mental illness in America. But when is it time to...

Stress Related Anxiety

Stress Related Anxiety

What is the difference between stress and anxiety? There is a fine line between stress and anxiety.  Both are emotional responses; however, stress...

Relationship Counseling

Relationship Counseling

Relationship counseling assists couples in joint sessions as well as individually in order to gain a better understanding of each other.  We provide...

Offering Experienced PTSD Counseling

Offering Experienced PTSD Counseling

PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) is a mental health disorder caused by a traumatic event. Many people think that PTSD counseling for veterans...

The Benefits of Premarital Counseling

The Benefits of Premarital Counseling

Imagine preparing for marriage like you would when packing for vacation. You want to make sure you have every single item necessary for the trip...

Your Mental Health & Menopause

Your Mental Health & Menopause

Some women welcome menopause as it marks the end of their monthly cycles. For others, especially those with an early onset of menopause, it comes as...

Blended Family Counseling

Blended Family Counseling

Relationships of any kind aren’t easy. However, bringing children from two different families under the same roof brings a multitude of differences...

Women’s Issues Therapy

Women’s Issues Therapy

Women are more inclined to talk to their friends and spouse about things that are affecting their day-to-day. However, that’s not always enough....

The Many Aspects of Marital Counseling

The Many Aspects of Marital Counseling

Many people think that your relationship has to be on the brink of collapse before you should seek marriage counseling in Birmingham, AL. The...

Learning Healthy Coping Mechanisms

Learning Healthy Coping Mechanisms

In our last blog, we defined what a coping mechanism is and discussed unhealthy ones. You can read the first blog here. Today we will share with you...

Counseling Services Help You Cope

Counseling Services Help You Cope

Life is full of stressful circumstances. Most people attribute depression, stress and anxiety with something bad like losing a job, going through...

Do You Want a Female or Male Therapist?

Do You Want a Female or Male Therapist?

Sometimes we know that we want one gender therapist or the other. For example, if you were a woman with an abusive spouse, you may naturally feel...

In Person Vs. Video Counseling

In Person Vs. Video Counseling

In our ever-changing world, we see more and more options becoming available in all aspects of life. You can meet with virtually anyone over a...

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