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Unmasking the Truth: How Masking Affects Adults with ADHD
If you’re an adult with ADHD, you might be a master at hiding it—and you may not even realize it. Many people with ADHD learn to “mask”...
Valerie MacNeil M.Ed., RCC
May 133 min read
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Discovering ADHD at 51: My Journey from Self-Doubt to Self-Compassion
When I received my ADHD diagnosis at 51, a surge of emotions hit me—relief, confusion, and a flicker of anger. For years, I struggled...
Valerie MacNeil M.Ed., RCC
Apr 244 min read
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Title: Big Emotions and ADHD: Why It Happens and How to Cope with More Ease
Have you ever felt like your emotions are always dialed up to 10 — like you're missing a volume control? If you have ADHD, you’re not...
Valerie MacNeil M.Ed., RCC
Jun 53 min read
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Living with Adult ADHD: You're Not Lazy, Broken, or Failing—You're Wired Differently
If you're an adult living with ADHD, chances are you've heard a lot of labels over the years: disorganized, forgetful, scattered,...
Valerie MacNeil M.Ed., RCC
May 192 min read
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Book Review: Scattered Minds by Dr. Gabor Maté – A Compassionate Lens on ADHD
If you or someone you love lives with ADHD, Scattered Minds by Dr. Gabor Maté is a powerful and validating read. As a registered...
Valerie MacNeil M.Ed., RCC
May 162 min read
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How to Stay Productive at Work with Adult ADHD: 5 Game-Changing Strategies
Living with Adult ADHD can sometimes feel like a challenging journey, particularly in a fast-paced workplace. The struggle to stay...
Valerie MacNeil M.Ed., RCC
Jan 163 min read
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Strategies for Success: managing Adult ADHD
Adult ADHD counselling in Victoria, BC.
Valerie MacNeil M.Ed., RCC
Aug 1, 20243 min read
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Understanding Adult ADHD: Symptoms and Challenges
ADHD, or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, does not only affect children. It is a condition that can persist into adulthood,...
Valerie MacNeil M.Ed., RCC
Jul 26, 20242 min read
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"Trauma Counselling: Understanding and Defining Trauma"
What is Trauma? Trauma is a largely misunderstood concept, and people often use the word in day-to-day conversations to describe...
Valerie MacNeil M.Ed., RCC
Jul 16, 20242 min read
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Unlocking Your Well-Being with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: The Power of Thoughts, Emotions, and Actions
In the world of cognitive behavioral therapy, there's a simple yet profound concept: the interconnectedness of our thoughts, emotions,...
Valerie MacNeil M.Ed., RCC
Mar 28, 20241 min read
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