It is not a popular question, but it is one of the most important questions people are finally starting to ask. For decades, the public was told that depression was caused by a serotonin imbalance, and that antidepressants correct it. The story was simple, believable, and incomplete. When a narrative is repeated often enough by…
The mental health world has a blind spot, and it is a big one. We built an entire culture around naming distress as pathology, and then we built a system around treating that pathology with therapeutic models, medications, or behavioral frameworks that assume the origin is psychological. Sometimes that assumption is correct. But sometimes it…
Anxiety is not always driven by anxious thoughts. For many people, it is a nervous system response shaped by stress, past experiences, and the body’s need for safety. Therapy can help you understand what your anxiety is communicating and support lasting emotional regulation.
When we talk about ADHD, the conversation almost always starts and ends with symptoms: inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity. From there, the mental health world tends to rush straight into diagnostic labels and medication management. But maybe we’ve been looking at ADHD all wrong. Maybe ADHD isn’t simply a “disorder” to be medicated away—it could be a…
A long time ago, I was working with a marketing agency that suggested my tagline be “Dr. Teralyn’s Couch of Change.” Honestly, it made me laugh. The idea that a therapist’s couch could magically create change? Ridiculous. But it also perfectly illustrates how traditional therapy has long been romanticized and misunderstood. I was once that…
When people think about therapy, they often imagine the classic therapist’s couch: a quiet office, soft lighting, and a neutral space. But here’s the truth: therapy isn’t about the couch. It’s about your life, your relationships, and your ability to change what happens outside the office. As a matter of fact, when you go to…
Depression is a complex and challenging mental health condition that can affect all aspects of your life, from your relationships to your physical health. It’s normal to feel sad or down occasionally, but when these feelings persist for weeks or months, it’s essential to seek professional help. Therapy is one of the most effective treatments…
Anxiety is a common condition that affects many people, and while it’s natural to feel anxious from time to time, it can become debilitating when it interferes with daily life. If you’re in Wisconsin and have been struggling with anxiety, you might wonder when it’s time to seek professional help. Therapy can be incredibly beneficial…
Diagnosing mental health conditions in childhood can be a delicate and often contentious issue. While early intervention is critical, the process of diagnosing children—especially in the context of psychological or neurodevelopmental disorders—can be fraught with challenges that may have long-lasting implications for your child’s future. As parents, educators, and healthcare providers work together to understand…
Antidepressants can have a profound effect on the brain’s chemistry, altering the way we experience emotions. While they are often prescribed to alleviate the painful symptoms of depression, anxiety, and PTSD, one of the unintended side effects of these medications is emotional numbing. This phenomenon can make it difficult for individuals to connect with their…
