What Is ADHD?
ADHD stands for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. It’s a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how our brains manage attention, self-control, and activity levels. Symptoms often show up in childhood, before age 12, but ADHD can stick around into adulthood, sometimes quietly, sometimes not. You might notice challenges with focus, sitting still, or following through on everyday […]
Does Therapy Help with Anxiety?
Therapy truly does help with anxiety, plain and simple. Countless people have found real relief and lasting change through various forms of therapy, from talk-based sessions to more hands-on approaches. It isn’t just about reducing anxiety symptoms like worry and panic. The real magic of therapy is how it helps us untangle what’s behind those […]
Affirming Care for Portland’s LGBTQIA2S+ and Poly Communities
Why Affirming Therapy in Portland Matters Affirming therapy Portland offers LGBTQIA2S+ and polyamorous adults a path toward care that feels safe, supportive, and truly affirming. Too often, clients feel like they have to educate their providers, hide parts of their identity, or navigate subtle judgment that makes healing harder. At Holistic Community Therapy, affirming therapy […]
Feeling Out of Place? How Occupational Therapy Helps You Find Belonging
Therapy for belonging can be life-changing—especially when you’re navigating the world as a neurodivergent, queer, or chronically ill adult. At some point in life, many people ask themselves: “Where do I fit in?” For queer, neurodivergent, or chronically ill adults navigating life in Portland, this question can feel especially heavy. When your days are filled […]
Community-Based OT in Portland: Healing Outside the Clinic and Inside Real Life
In a city like Portland—where bike commutes, farmers’ markets, and therapy dogs are part of the daily rhythm—there’s a growing movement to reimagine mental health care. That movement is being led, in part, by community-based OT, a holistic approach that’s helping people heal not in clinics, but in homes, parks, community centers, and even weekly […]
Big Change, Small Steps: How Occupational Therapy for Resilience Empowers Portland Adults
Change is a part of life, but some transitions can feel overwhelming—divorce, job loss, grief, or even positive changes like moving to a new city. These moments can disrupt routines, strain mental health, and make it hard to feel grounded. For many adults, the challenge isn’t just the change itself, but finding practical ways to […]
Occupational Therapy for Divorce, Grief, Job Loss & Life Transitions in Portland
Occupational therapy for divorce, grief, job loss, and life transitions offers practical, hands-on support when you’re feeling overwhelmed by major life changes. Life has a way of throwing us curveballs—sometimes expected, sometimes not. Divorce, grief, job loss, and other major life transitions can shake our sense of stability, especially when you’re trying to balance it […]
What Is a Trauma Therapist?
A trauma therapist is a licensed mental health professional who specializes in supporting people as they recover from deeply distressing or harmful experiences. Their main job is to help individuals process and heal from psychological trauma, whether it’s rooted in childhood, recent events, or ongoing stress. Unlike general counselors or therapists, trauma therapists are equipped […]
Therapy for Life Changes: How to Cope, Adapt, and Thrive
Therapy for life changes can offer the support you need when everything feels uncertain. Change is an inevitable part of life—but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. Even positive transitions, like starting a new job at OHSU, moving across town to a more walkable neighborhood, or beginning the journey to parenthood, can bring unexpected emotional stress. […]
What Do Occupational Therapists Do?
Occupational therapists help you live life on your own terms, no matter what kind of challenges you’re facing. Their job is to support people who have physical injuries, illnesses, or mental health struggles, anything that can mess with your daily routines. Whether it’s relearning to dress after an injury or finding new ways to manage […]