by Kelly Carter | Jan 15, 2026 | ADHD
For many adults with ADHD, shame isn’t just an occasional feeling—it’s a constant background noise. Typically, ADHD is talked about in terms of focus, organization, and impulsivity. Although shame is one of the most powerful and least acknowledged emotional...
by Kelly Carter | Nov 6, 2025 | Group Therapy
When people think of therapy, they often picture sitting across from a therapist one-on-one. While individual therapy can be powerful, research has consistently shown that for many issues, group therapy is on par with individual treatment in terms of outcomes. Group...
by Kelly Carter | Oct 27, 2025 | Uncategorized
As an OCD and anxiety therapist, I often find myself returning to the same conversation with clients: the pull between fear and authenticity. Fear can be so persuasive, convincing us that staying small and safe is the best option. I’ve seen how it keeps people from...
by Kelly Carter | Sep 11, 2025 | Parenting
For centuries, the word mother has carried with it a deeply gendered meaning. It has been used to signify not only the person who gives birth but also a set of rigid expectations about identity, biology, and social roles. In most cultures, “mother” is inextricably...
by Kelly Carter | Jan 9, 2025 | Sex
Sexual satisfaction is a complex experience, influenced by emotional connection, physical pleasure, communication, and intimacy. However, a significant portion of contemporary sexual culture places a strong emphasis on achieving orgasm, especially in the context of...
