Hey, I have a question for you! Have you ever walked into a room, a job, a project, or even a  friendship/relationship and thought, “What am I doing here?”; “You can’t do this!”; “I am not  good enough” “Do they even like me?”. Or maybe you’ve achieved something meaningful, yet  you can’t let go of the fear or anxiety that you fooled everyone. You’re just waiting for someone  to come up to you and say, “You made a mistake. You’re not supposed to be here.” That my  friends, right there is impostor syndrome! And if you can relate to this, just know you’re in good  company. 

Here are the top five realizations Lauren Maxwell, LPC, NCC learned over time and is sharing to improve help improve your life and relationships!

Seeking therapy for the first time can feel intimidating especially if you’re the “strong one,” the fixer, or the person everyone else turns to. Maybe you’ve been taught that therapy is only for moments of crisis, or perhaps you grew up in a culture where emotional struggles were minimized, or met with silence. As a first-generation Latina and mental health professional, I understand how deeply those messages can run. But I want you to know this: therapy isn’t just for when things fall apart. It’s also for when you’re trying to hold it all together.

Dr. Kayleigh Hale provides a compassionate guide for pediatricians on how to support neurodivergent children using a strengths-based, inclusive approach. This article covers sensory needs, diagnostic clarity, and the value of affirming language to reduce stigma and help children feel seen and supported.

Bennett Crawford, LCSW shares an article helping us connect with the present moment and recognizing it for the gift it is. We invite you to check it out and learn six practices you can use to access the present moment.

Self-compassion is a powerful tool for emotional resilience, especially during times of stress, self-doubt, or transition. In this article, Caroline Freedenberg, LICSW, explores how values-based action and self-compassion can support healing, reduce perfectionism, and help you reconnect with what matters most. We hope you’ll take a few minutes to read and reflect :)

ADHD is a common neurodevelopmental condition that might affect you or someone you know. For some tips on attention strategies and to gain a better understanding of ADHD in general, we encourage you to check out this blog post :)