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ADHD doesn’t just affect focus—it can disrupt routines, overwhelm daily tasks, and leave even the most motivated professionals feeling stuck. This blog post delves into the real-life CBT tools that clinicians use to help clients with ADHD get organized, manage their time, and follow through. Whether you’re a provider or someone navigating ADHD yourself, these strategies are practical, approachable, and grounded in lived experience. Here are some CBT strategies for addressing ADHD: ✨Break down projects: Use the “15-minute rule,” commit to working on a project for just 15 minutes, then reassess. ✨Use external memory aids: Checklists are fantastic tools because they reduce the demand on our memories. Plus, the satisfaction of checking off items also provides reinforcement that can prompt you to make — and complete — that next list. ✨Use “Stop and Think” Cues: Recognize your impulse patterns and interrupt them with simple cues—like a deep breath, a mental “pause” phrase, or visualizing a stop sign. Want to know more? Check out the full blog post for all the details: https://bit.ly/3I69o4t

When was the last time you were face-to-face with the resistance monster? What new experiences or opportunities did unpacking your resistance unlock? 🔒✨

Are you "keeping the peace" or avoiding a difficult conversation? 👀 If you're not careful, it's easy to fall into the routine of abandoning your own needs in order to avoid rupture within a relationship. According to couples therapist Michelle Chaffardet, LMFT, this habit is likely to lead you down the road of emotional self abandonment.

Today marks the start of Hispanic Heritage Month, and we’re celebrating the stories, contributions, and strength of Hispanic and Latinx communities. ⁠ 👋 Meet Dr. Yisel Frenandez — a Cuban-American therapist bringing care, culture, and language together to create spaces where clients feel seen, understood, and supported.

Here is a heartfelt thank you to the therapists who support adolescents. Guiding kids through today’s pressures; social, academic, or emotional, is no easy task. Your work makes a difference in a time when growing up can feel especially hard. This artwork was done in partnership with illustrator @Nasimehbe

📰 AI in mental health care is here — but how do therapists really feel about it? In a recent survey, 63% of therapists said they feel concerned about the rise of AI in therapy, while nearly half also said they feel hopeful about its potential. This mix of caution and optimism highlights an important truth: while AI can be a useful tool, it can’t replace the human connection that makes therapy healing. In our latest issue of In Practice, we dive deeper into therapists’ perspectives on AI — what excites them, what worries them, and what they want policymakers to know. Download your copy through the link in bio!

Compliance isn’t optional — but it also shouldn’t feel like an obstacle. At Alma, we understand how overwhelming compliance requirements can be: credentialing, documentation, coding, shifting regulations. That’s why we’ve built systems to make these processes smoother and less time-consuming, so providers can keep their focus where it matters most: on client care. No one knows this better than Kate Mellor, VP of Payer Strategy, who leads Alma’s partnerships with payers and healthcare organizations. As our in-house expert on the complexities of compliance, Kate and her team work hand-in-hand with payers to streamline credentialing from start to finish, design workflows that reduce errors, and keep providers ahead of policy changes. With built-in safeguards, proactive updates, and dedicated guidance, Alma is here to be your compliance partner every step of the way. 👉 Want to learn more about how Alma makes compliance easier and supports providers? Explore membership and see if joining Alma is right for you: https://lnkd.in/eJtmgTjc

Friday's the day! ✨ We’re going Beyond the Page to continue the conversations sparked in our first issue of In Practice. From the rise of AI in therapy to untangling Medicare + commercial reimbursements, Alma’s Kate Mellor and Elisabeth Morray, will be leading an insightful discussion you won’t want to miss. ⏰ Friday, September 5 | 11am PT / 2pm ET ➡️ Save your spot: https://lnkd.in/eAFvY87d

Therapy can be an emotionally heavy experience. However, it can also be a space for moments of joy, breakthrough, and humanity. 💬 “I am not broken.” 💬 “I am feeling lighter and brighter.” 💬 “Thank you for challenging me, but not judging me.” These are a few client sentiments that remind Sunni Jones-Ford, LCSW of the impact therapy is having on her clients. They're gaining tools, finding ease, and feeling seen without judgment. 🌱 — This content is for reflection and inspiration and is not a substitute for therapy. If you’re in need of support, consider reaching out to a licensed mental health professional.

This past summer, we launched the very first issue of In Practice—a newspaper created specifically for mental health professionals. Inside, we shared stories from thought leaders in the field, practical insights, and the latest research and trends shaping mental health care. Now, we’re taking the conversation further with In Practice: Beyond the Page, a virtual event hosted by Alma’s Chief Commercial Officer, Kate Mellor, and VP of Clinical, Elisabeth Morray, Psy.D. Together, they’ll explore timely topics such as: 🧠 The emergence of AI in therapy 💡 The interconnected system of Medicare and commercial reimbursements & More! Don’t miss this insightful conversation designed to spark new ideas and deepen understanding of where our field is headed. Please join us next Friday, September 5 at 11am PT / 2pm ET. Register for the event here https://lnkd.in/eAFvY87d