ADHD is a widely and overly used diagnosis, creating skepticism for those who legitimately have ADHD. But ADHD is real, and its impact on executive functioning skills create a storm of misinformation about what it means to act ones age. 

In this episode, Monica talks about ADHD through the telling of her son's personal struggles. This episode is intended to educate the listener and provide insight into how biological and emotional age don't always match.

To find out more about ADHD and its impact on Executive Functions, including a great chart that outlines the difference between the development of  someone with ADHD and a neuro-typical child, click here

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Motivation is a hot topic these days. As COVID restrictions lift and people are re-entering the world in person, the feeling of overwhelm can lead us to lack of motivation. In this episode, I will discuss easy strategies to get and stay motivated.

For additional resources, check out my workbook, The Art of Showing Up on payhip.com.

About Monica:

Monica Pitek-Fugedi is a licensed counselor specializing in anxiety and trauma treatment. Monica owns a practice in Southeast Michigan called Whole Mind Wellness. Monica offers in-person and teletherapy and sees people all across the state of Michigan. For more information about Monica, visit www.wholemindwellnesspllc.com

The Art of Showing Up is a workbook that will guide you through the steps to identifying and living your values. How to Live with Anxiety will guide you in simple strategies to living an empowered life. Both can be found at payhip.com/monicapitekfugedi

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We all feel fear from time to time. Sometimes the fear can be debilitating, keeping us from doing what we want to do. But there is hope! In this episode, learn about how to understand your fear so that you can feel more empowered to live the life you want.

About Monica:

Monica Pitek-Fugedi is a licensed counselor specializing in anxiety and trauma treatment. Monica owns a practice in Southeast Michigan called Whole Mind Wellness. Monica offers in-person and teletherapy and sees people all across the state of Michigan. For more information about Monica, visit www.wholemindwellnesspllc.com

The Art of Showing Up is a workbook that will guide you through the steps to identifying and living your values. How to Live with Anxiety will guide you in simple strategies to living an empowered life. Both can be found at payhip.com/monicapitekfugedi

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This episode will get you thinking about what it means to live a values-driven life. Learn about why we don't always reach our goals, and how identifying values can help you to set boundaries, manage emotions and live a more accepting life.

The Art of Showing Up is a workbook that will guide you through the steps to identifying and living your values. For more e-books on how to live with anxiety, go to payhip.com/monicapitekfugedi

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In this episode, you will learn what experiential avoidance is, how it is used to protect us, and how it can work against us. 

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To download the e-book, How to Live with Anxiety: simple strategies to empowerment, go to https://payhip.com/b/3tv6

If you live in Michigan and are looking for a therapist, you can contact Monica at [email protected] or register on www.wholemindwellnesspllc.com

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This episode of Therapist's Guide to Getting Unstuck is all about attachment style, plus a little commentary on the Netflix show, Cobra Kai.

Attachment style is so important because it forms the foundation for how we show up to relationships in our adult lives. There are four primary attachment styles:

Learn about each of them and then take the quiz to see which style you fall into!

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When positivity has gone too far, it is said to be toxic. In this episode, Monica will explain what toxic positivity is, how it affects us, and what we can do to avoid it. 

Be sure to check out Monica's new e-book, How to Live with Anxiety available on the Amazon Kindle store and by clicking the link below. A simple, easy to read strategy to help you to feel better immediately.

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In this episode of Therapist's Guide to Getting Unstuck, you will learn what keeps us stuck and some of the best strategies for getting unstuck. 

Monica is a nationally certified, licensed practicing counselor specializing in anxiety and trauma treatment. Monica's practice, Whole Mind Wellness offers in-person and online counseling to adults and couples across the state of Michigan. Go to www.wholemindwellnesspllc.com for more information, to read Monica's blog, or to make an appointment.

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This episode of Therapist's Guide to Getting Unstuck takes you through the different types of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and walks you through simple exercises you can start immediately to begin reducing symptoms.

Monica is a nationally certified, licensed practicing counselor specializing in anxiety and trauma treatment. Monica's practice, Whole Mind Wellness offers in-person and online counseling to adults and couples across the state of Michigan. Go to www.wholemindwellnesspllc.com for more information, to read Monica's blog, or to make an appointment.

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Trauma bonding is not often talked about subject. In this episode, you will learn what trauma bonding is, how to know if you have experienced trauma bonding, and ways to get out of a trauma bonded relationship.

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Monica is a nationally certified, licensed practicing counselor specializing in anxiety and trauma treatment. Monica's practice, Whole Mind Wellness offers in-person and online counseling to adults and couples across the state of Michigan. Go to www.wholemindwellnesspllc.com for more information, to read Monica's blog, or to make an appointment.

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