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Uncategorized posts from the Thrive Collective blog — mental health resources, therapy insights, and wellness tips from our Ottawa, IL practice.

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Practical Steps to Recover from Burnout
Practical Steps to Recover from Burnout 225 224 Dr. Menon

Practical Steps to Recover from Burnout If you’ve been feeling constantly exhausted, irritable, or emotionally drained—like no amount of rest ever feels like enough—you may be experiencing burnout. For many…

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What to Expect From an ADHD or Autism Therapy Intensive Partnership
What to Expect From an ADHD or Autism Therapy Intensive Partnership 917 917 Dr. Menon

Therapy Intensives Are a Partnership: Here’s How We Work Together If you’ve been feeling constantly on edge—struggling to focus at work, managing stress at home, or wondering if ADHD or…

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5 Ways to Protect Your Emotional Health During the Winter Holidays
5 Ways to Protect Your Emotional Health During the Winter Holidays 1300 1390 Dr. Menon

5 Ways to Protect Your Emotional Health During the Holidays The holidays are often described as “the most wonderful time of the year,” but for many adults, this season brings…

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Why My ADHD and Autism Therapy Intensives Are Designed with You in Mind
Why My ADHD and Autism Therapy Intensives Are Designed with You in Mind 225 225 Dr. Menon

Why My Therapy Intensives Are Designed with You in Mind When daily life feels like a constant juggling act—balancing work, relationships, and endless responsibilities—it can be hard to slow down…

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I feel jealous! Why?
I feel jealous! Why? 540 360 Shruti Kumar

Jealousy and Other Complicated Feelings Growing up in a society where expectations are high can create a quiet but constant sense of competition- not just with classmates and colleagues, but…

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What happened to us? From connection to silence
What happened to us? From connection to silence 780 438 Shruti Kumar

Finding a connection with someone can be one of the most rewarding feelings. Texting every day, sharing memes and late- night confessions – it all feels so exhilarating. Effortless. Rare.…

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Autism in Women: 9 Common Questions, Answered
Autism in Women: 9 Common Questions, Answered 1707 2560 Dr. Menon

Introduction: Understanding Autism in Women When most people think of autism, they picture a young boy with social struggles. But autism in women often looks—and feels—very different. Autistic women are…

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Perspectives on Seasons
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Spring has come, bringing change, fresh opportunities, and more sunshine! Before long, we’ll be jumping into the summer season. I often talk about seasons in my work with parents. Personally…

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Winter 2025:  Managing Anxiety in the Face of Catastrophic News: Navigating the Storms of Wildfires, Politics, and Seasonal Blues
Winter 2025:  Managing Anxiety in the Face of Catastrophic News: Navigating the Storms of Wildfires, Politics, and Seasonal Blues 1200 721 Dr. Menon

In a world constantly bombarded by news of crises—wildfires ravaging California, political chaos shaking our nations, global health emergencies, and the list goes on—it’s natural to feel overwhelmed. The weight…

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Managing Holiday Stress with ADHD: Tips for a Joyful Season
Managing Holiday Stress with ADHD: Tips for a Joyful Season 1100 1596 Dr. Menon

The holiday season can be magical, but for individuals with ADHD, it can also feel like an avalanche of stress. Between the social commitments, gift shopping, decorating, and potential sensory…

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