What to Expect After Your First EMDR Reprocessing Session: The Feelings, Physical Sensations, and Everything In Between
If you’ve just completed your first EMDR (read here to learn more about EMDR) reprocessing session, you might be wondering…
What are some of the most common reasons couples come to therapy together
The main goal new clients cite when they call us is “communication.” That is a vague, catch all that often…
Soft Scheduling: An ADHD-Friendly Approach to Time Management
If you have ADHD, you might crave routine and structure while simultaneously resisting anything that feels too rigid or controlling…
Why Community Matters: The Science of Connection and Belonging
I spent the weekend with a friend I’ve known for over 20 years. There’s something special about a friendship that…
When Setting Boundaries Goes Wrong: What to Do When Boundaries Don’t Work
We are living in the age of the boundary. We are told to “set a boundary,” “protect your peace,” “know…
High-Functioning Codependency and ADHD Relationships: When Helping Becomes Over-Functioning
Being in a relationship with someone who has ADHD can come with unique challenges. Forgotten appointments, unfinished tasks, impulsive decisions,…
Finding Our Way Through Life’s Transitions
Life transitions can be some of the most challenging times in our lives. Whether a change is chosen or imposed…
When ADHD Starts to Feel Like a Third Person in Your Relationship
Loving someone with ADHD can be joyful, exciting, spontaneous, and deeply meaningful. It can also be exhausting in ways that…
The 3 Most Common Fights in ADHD Relationships (and Why They Keep Happening)
Hi, I’m Shannon Fennell, an ADHD therapist at Riviera Therapy. I work with individuals with ADHD, their partners, and families…
The Importance of Social Interaction for Mental Health in Older Adults
The Importance of Social Interaction for Mental Health in Older Adults Social connection is often treated as a quality-of-life issue,…