If You’re Wondering If Your Child Is Struggling, You’re Not  Overreacting  Most parents do not wake up one day and decide to look for testing or assessment services. The need to look for help usually starts with small things that … Read More

Valentine’s Day often comes with a lot of expectations about what love is supposed to look  like such as grand gestures, romantic communication, and emotional expression that’s  intuitive and unspoken. But for many people, especially those who are neurodivergent,  love … Read More

January tends to arrive with a lot of noise. Everywhere you look, there are messages about  starting over, fixing yourself, committing to new habits, and doing everything “better” this year.  For many people, that includes taking a break from alcohol. … Read More

The “male loneliness epidemic” has become a popular term online, but the emotion beneath it is deeply real. Across all ages, many a men are quietly moving through life without meaningful friendships, emotional outlets, or a strong sense of belonging. … Read More

Thanksgiving can be a beautiful time of reconnection and quality time with friends and family. But for many, it also stirs up old emotions and patterns that seem to be triggered out of nowhere. Do you suddenly feel defensive when … Read More

When most people think about treating ADHD, medication usually comes to mind. And while medication can help with focus and attention, it doesn’t teach you how to live with and even succeed with ADHD symptoms. Learning how to organize your … Read More

When we talk about aging, the focus often falls on longevity — how many years we live, how long we can stay healthy, or how well we can maintain independence. But length alone isn’t the full story. What often goes … Read More

When many of us hear the term “self-care,” we instantly picture bubble baths, face masks, and soothing candles. While there’s nothing wrong with enjoying those things, this image of self-care has become so narrow and commercialized that many people just … Read More

A Psychologist’s Guide for Parents As summer begins to wind down and the first day of school approaches, many students experience a mix of excitement and apprehension. While some children eagerly anticipate reuniting with friends and jumping back into routine, … Read More

A Note from OCHP Founder, Dr. Kristin Kleppe  I recently attended the American Psychiatric Convention and was surprised that many of the sessions were NOT about promoting medications for mental health, but they were about promoting options to medication. We … Read More