Whole Mind Wellness

ADHD is a widely and overly used diagnosis, creating skepticism for those who legitimately have ADHD. But ADHD is real, and its impact on executive functioning skills create a storm of misinformation about what it means to act ones age. 

In this episode, Monica talks about ADHD through the telling of her son's personal struggles. This episode is intended to educate the listener and provide insight into how biological and emotional age don't always match.

Motivation is a hot topic these days. As COVID restrictions lift and people are re-entering the world in person, the feeling of overwhelm can lead us to lack of motivation. In this episode, I will discuss easy strategies to get and stay motivated.

We all feel fear from time to time. Sometimes the fear can be debilitating, keeping us from doing what we want to do. But there is hope! In this episode, learn about how to understand your fear so that you can feel more empowered to live the life you want.

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This episode will get you thinking about what it means to live a values-driven life. Learn about why we don't always reach our goals, and how identifying values can help you to set boundaries, manage emotions and live a more accepting life.

In this episode, you will learn what experiential avoidance is, how it is used to protect us, and how it can work against us. 

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This episode of Therapist's Guide to Getting Unstuck is all about attachment style, plus a little commentary on the Netflix show, Cobra Kai.

Attachment style is so important because it forms the foundation for how we show up to relationships in our adult lives. There are four primary attachment styles:

• Disorganize
• Avoidant
• Anxious
• Secure

Learn about each of them and then take the quiz to see which style you fall into!

When positivity has gone too far, it is said to be toxic. In this episode, Monica will explain what toxic positivity is, how it affects us, and what we can do to avoid it. 

Be sure to check out Monica's new e-book, How to Live with Anxiety available on the Amazon Kindle store and by clicking the link below. A simple, easy to read strategy to help you to feel better immediately.

In this episode of Therapist's Guide to Getting Unstuck, you will learn what keeps us stuck and some of the best strategies for getting unstuck. 

This episode of Therapist's Guide to Getting Unstuck takes you through the different types of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and walks you through simple exercises you can start immediately to begin reducing symptoms.

Trauma bonding is not often talked about subject. In this episode, you will learn what trauma bonding is, how to know if you have experienced trauma bonding, and ways to get out of a trauma bonded relationship.

Trauma bonding is not often talked about subject. In this episode, you will learn what trauma bonding is, how to know if you have experienced trauma bonding, and ways to get out of a trauma bonded relationship.

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In this episode, Monica discusses how our bottom line self-defeating beliefs frame the stories that we create to make meaning of events in our lives. Learn a simple tool to help you to find out what your bottom line self-defeating belief is, and learn strategies to challenge your thoughts.

In this episode, Monica takes you through the workings of the brain to learn about how anxiety looks in the brain. Learn about the limbic system, which consists of the thalamus, hypothalamus, amygdala, and hippocampus. Each part of the limbic system tells us about emotion. When one part is online, others are offline. This episode will provide you with strategies for calming the amygdala and reducing stress.

In this first episode of the Whole Mind Wellness Podcast, Monica gives a brief introduction about who she is and what the podcast is all about, and will talk about ways that we can go about erasing the stigma surrounding mental health.

For more information about Monica, or to schedule an appointment, visit her on her at www.wholemindwellnesspllc.com