Recognizing
Recognizing and Addressing Overlapping Symptoms
Is PTSD common in autism? When you think of autism and PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder), they might seem like two completely different conditions. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by challenges in social interaction, communication, and repetitive behaviors. PTSD, on the other hand, is a mental health condition triggered by traumatic experiences. […]
Unseen Trauma: Recognizing and Understanding Childbirth-Related PTSD
What comes to mind when you think of events that may be the cause of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)? Perhaps you think about soldiers in combat, a terror attack, a terrible car accident or sexual assault. But were you also thinking about birth as an event that can trigger PTSD? Childbirth PTSD is different than […]
Navigating the Telehealth Terrain: Recognizing the Limits and Knowing When to Pivot to In-Person Care
Prior to March of 2020, only 17% of clinicians were regularly using telehealth, and now most clinicians are (Zhu et al., 2024). The many benefits of telehealth therapeutic services make this format desirable, particularly for treating OCD. Telehealth allows for increased access to care, providing a flexible option for families, and allows for exposure work […]