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Written by Leeor Gal, LMFT Many people consider starting therapy long before they actually schedule their first appointment. They may find themselves wondering whether what they’re experiencing is “serious enough,” or whether therapy is something they should try to handle on their own. My name is Leeor Gal, and I am a licensed marriage and […]

Pregnancy and postpartum bring major changes — physically, hormonally, and mentally. For women navigating ADHD, anxiety, or both, these changes can make it harder to focus, regulate emotions, and manage daily responsibilities in ways that feel unfamiliar or overwhelming. Many women find themselves wondering: “Is this anxiety… ADHD… hormones… or all of the above?” “And […]

Many women enter their 40s expecting physical changes. What often catches them off guard are the mental shifts. You may notice: And for many high-functioning women, the most confusing part is this: “Nothing in my life has changed… so why do I feel like this?” “Is this hormones, or is something wrong with my mental […]

From the outside, it often looks like you have everything under control. You’re keeping up with responsibilities. You’re showing up for work, your family, your life. You’re getting things done. But internally, it feels different. Your mind doesn’t slow down. You’re constantly thinking ahead. You feel on edge more often than not. And relaxing doesn’t […]

By Ashley Basilio, Certified Fitness Trainer & Menopause Health Coach, Founder of Get Fit With Ashley For most of my life, I thought heart disease was something I’d worry about later. Much later. It felt distant, like an issue for “old age” or for people who hadn’t taken care of themselves.  Then perimenopause arrived.  Like […]

Many women seek psychiatric care after saying: “I’ve done therapy. I understand my patterns. But I still don’t feel better.” Insight is powerful. But anxiety is not always purely psychological. Sometimes symptoms are driven by neurobiology, sleep disruption, hormonal changes, or nervous system dysregulation that therapy alone cannot fully address. Signs Anxiety May Have a […]