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Being Diagnosed with Autism or ADHD as an Adult
For many adults, receiving a diagnosis of autism or ADHD can be an eye-opening, validating, and even life-changing experience. After years—sometimes decades—of feeling different, struggling with aspects of life that others seemed to navigate effortlessly, or masking your true selves to fit in, finally having an explanation can bring both relief and a flood of emotions. Seeking a diagnosis isn’t about labeling a deficit—it’s about discovering how your brain works with all its
Maria Laquerre LMFT, RPTS
May 83 min read
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The Hidden Strain of Parenting: When Exhaustion Turns into Burnout
Parenthood is often described as the most rewarding job, but for many, it can feel like the most exhausting. Between the constant juggling of responsibilities, many parents experience a subtle yet powerful shift from tiredness to something much deeper: burnout. It’s a quiet, creeping exhaustion that can make even the simplest tasks feel overwhelming and leave us questioning if we are enough.
Maria Laquerre LMFT, RPTS
Apr 154 min read
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People Need People - The Value of Healthy Interdependence
Teaching children the value of interdependence—knowing how to ask for help & offer support—prepares them for a life rich with connection.
Maria Laquerre LMFT, RPTS
Mar 163 min read
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The Finger Trap: Leaning In to Let Go
Like the finger trap, the key to emotional freedom is about moving towards the discomfort instead of away from it.
Maria Laquerre LMFT, RPTS
Feb 194 min read
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Helping children navigate big emotions: Lessons from My Neighbor Totoro
My Neighbor Totoro, the Japanese classic anime film written by Miyazaki and brought to life by Studio Ghibli, and now available on...
Maria Laquerre LMFT, RPTS
Jan 184 min read
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What Would Grogu Do? Practicing Patience with Your New Year’s Resolutions
The new year often inspires us to set ambitious goals, but let’s be honest: keeping those resolutions can feel overwhelming.
Maria Laquerre LMFT, RPTS
Jan 14 min read
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