ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) and codependency often go hand-in-hand, creating some unique challenges in relationships. The overlap between these two conditions can lead to difficult dynamics, communication issues, emotional dysregulation, and low self-esteem. By recognizing how ADHD and codependency…
Adoption is an incredibly emotional and complex process for all involved, particularly for birth parents*. After choosing adoption, birth parents may experience a range of emotions, including grief, shame, anxiety, grief, and isolation. While the choosing adoption can be motivated…
Article Written by Bennett Aguirre In a recent episode of Pleasure Project: Sex and Relationships, Dr. Jenn engages in an empowering and organic discussion on menopause with Dr. Kelly Casperson, a urologist and advocate for women’s sexual health. They explore…
In my work, I often sit with clients and will hear one of them say, “I had no idea you felt this way.” In our society, it’s become normal to hold on to what we’re thinking and feeling, and relationships…
Intimacy More Broadly Defined A sexless relationship can be a deeply challenging experience, often raising questions about love, connection, and personal fulfillment. Society tends to equate physical intimacy with relationship success, but happiness in a marriage is not solely dependent…
Hibernation: A Tale of Survival and Connection When we think of hibernation, our minds often drift to bears slumbering in caves, bats tucked into crevices, or frogs freezing in suspended animation. Animals use hibernation as a survival mechanism, conserving energy…
Nutrition and mood are interconnected. Understanding how the foods you eat affect your mental health, mood and how you feel Why are we so drawn to sweets, starch and salt when we are stressed? Your digestive system converts all food…
A breakup, especially after a long-term relationship, can feel like a deep loss. It may be hard to imagine life without your partner, and it’s normal to experience a whirlwind of emotions. However, healing from a breakup is a journey…
Adoption is a deeply complex and nuanced experience for everyone involved, often shaped by a multitude of perspectives and emotions. In the early 2000s, there was a big romanticization of adoption, inspired by celebrities like Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt.…
A 2023 study revealed that approximately 15.5 million adults in the U.S. have been diagnosed with ADHD. However, many individuals, despite struggling with its symptoms, may never receive a formal diagnosis. ADHD shows up in many different ways, and if…