Ann Arbor Therapy & Testing Articles and Announcements

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Comprehensive Testing for Giftedness

Understanding and processing information looks different for everyone. And you may be curious as to whether you or your child is gifted. Whether child, teen …

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Understanding Depression: Symptoms and When to Seek Help

For most people, times of sadness or overwhelm tend to creep up here and there during difficult periods of life. And feeling disappointed or down …

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Helping Children Express Feelings: How Play Therapy Can Help

Many kids experience similar emotions as adults. However, these feelings are often complicated for children and hard for them to understand. Children often lack the …

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Offering Support to New and Expecting Mothers

Pregnancy and motherhood can be a time filled with immense joy and anticipation of the arrival of a new baby. However, this time of life …

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Looking Within Yourself

How well do you feel you really know and understand yourself? For many, it may seem like an easy question to answer. But when we …

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Why Therapy Can Help at Any Age or Life Stage

As adults, teens or kids, navigating everyday life can present challenges – sometimes big, sometimes small. But even when life seems to be smooth sailing, …

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Help for Workaholism and Finding Balance

Hard work can be cause for celebration. But for some people, balancing work and life can be tough. With financial pressures and work pressures in …

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What is Emotional Regulation Therapy and Who Could Benefit From it?

Emotions play an important role in life and relationships from happiness to sorrow to anxiety or frustration. And these emotions are all normal. However, at …

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The Benefits of Therapy

Life can be unpredictable. Sometimesin good ways and other times, not so much. Filled with joy, sorrow, uncertainty and accomplishment, everyday life can be tough …

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Finding the Therapist Fit for You Matters

Mental health is something that should always be taken seriously and taking the first step to getting help is a very important decision. And getting …

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Breaking the Stigma and Putting Mental Health First

Mental health is always an important and relevant topic, particularly today in uncertain times. However, some still believe that mental health support is only for …

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Support Through the Adoption Journey

Adopting a child into your family can be a beautiful experience to embark on full of joy and love. Welcoming a child through adoption can …

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How Mindfulness Works in Modern Therapy

Anxiety, depression, stress, ADHD and other mental issues can cause life to become difficult. Many people suffer with these issues or other mental health struggles, …

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Early Support: Mental Health Treatment for Infants

When thinking of mental health, you may think that only teens and adults experience challenges. But the truth is, infants can also struggle with similar …

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Anxiety Can Hit at Any Age – We Can Help

Anxiety is one of the most common challenges in mental health and it an interfere with everyday life in a variety of ways. And most …

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Growing Stronger Together with Marriage Counseling

Every marriage is bound to go through challenges, whether big or small. But the truth is, the partnership of marriage is one of life’s most …

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Treating Bipolar Disorder with a Personalized Approach

Beginning therapy for bipolar disorder can often feel like a large step to take. However, it could be the most important step you ever take. …

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Finding the Right Fit: Therapy Your Way

Beginning therapy may often feel like a large step to take and one many people have thought about for some time. Additionally, finding the right …

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Psychological Testing: Understanding Mental Health

When it comes to mental health, understanding how the brain works is a key component to taking control of your life. At Ann Arbor Therapy …

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Healing Beyond Pain: Therapy for Self-Harm

Self-harm is when an individual hurts themselves and their bodies on purpose. It can begin in the teen or even early adult years and can …

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Finding the Light Through Depression

Depression can be more than simply feeling sad or having bad days. It can impact how you feel and think and interfere with daily activities. …

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Therapy with Teens in Mind

Teenage years can be an exciting time full of new life experiences, relationships and studies. However, being a teen can also be a time of …

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Understanding Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

When it comes to therapy, sometimes there is not a one-size-fits-all approach. And at Ann Arbor Therapy & Testing, we offer a variety of therapy …

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Treating Bipolar Disorder at Any Age

Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition that is chronic and can be characterized by shifts in mood – sometimes severe – along with a …

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Couples Counseling: Strengthening Relationships with Support

Relationships can be complex, and even the strongest partnerships can face moments of strain and difficulty. Couples counseling offers a supportive and safe space for …

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Teletherapy: Accessible Mental Health Options for All Stages of Life

In today’s fast-paced world, gaining access to high-quality mental health care should be both convenient and effective. At Ann Arbor Therapy & Testing, teletherapy allows …

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Understanding ADHD: Comprehensive Testing at Ann Arbor Therapy & Testing

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a relatively common neurodevelopmental condition that can affect attention, organization, impulse control and daily functioning. While it’s often associated with childhood, …

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Understanding IQ Testing

Intelligence Quotient (IQ) testing is a valuable psychological tool that helps individuals and families better understand cognitive strengths, learning styles and areas where additional support …

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Treating Anger Management with Therapy

Truth be told, anger is a normal human emotion that everyone feels from time to time. However, if it becomes overwhelming or hard to control, …

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Healing from Harm: Therapy Approaches to Address Bullying

Whether a child, teen or adult, bullying can leave deep emotional scars that affect confidence, relationships and mental health long after the behavior stops. Many …