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Is It Seasonal Affective Disorder, or Something Else?
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist By late October, a lot of people in the Pacific Northwest are asking a version of the same question: is this seasonal affective disorder, or am I just tired? It's a better question than it sounds, because...
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Understanding Suicidal Thoughts: When and How to Reach Out
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist If you are thinking about suicide right now, help is available 24/7. Call or text 988 to reach the...
Psychiatry and TMS Therapy in Beaverton, OR
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist The most common reason people in Beaverton put off TMS therapy isn't skepticism about whether it...
How to Support Someone Who’s Struggling
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist To help someone with depression: ask directly and without judgment, listen without trying to fix,...
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Post-Holiday Burnout: Why You Feel Exhausted After the Holidays (And When to Get Help)
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist The holidays are finally over. The decorations are packed away, the last of the leftovers have been...
Why New Year’s Resolutions Fail-And How Mental Health Support Can Help You Succeed
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Every January, millions of people commit to ambitious New Year's resolutions. We promise ourselves...
The Positive Effects of Sobriety on Your Health
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Alcohol consumption is deeply ingrained in our culture and society. It’s something we reach for when...
Should you try therapy? 5 signs it’s time to see a mental health professional
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Have you been feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just not like yourself lately? Everyone struggles...
Managing Holiday Stress: Finding Real Connection When the Season Feels Overwhelming
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Managing Holiday Stress: Finding Real Connection When the Season Feels Overwhelming The holiday...
Anti-Inflammatory Diet: Mental Health Benefits
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Inflammation is a natural part of the body’s healing process, but when it persists for a long time...
TMS Treatment for Alcohol Addiction
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Overcoming alcohol addiction is never easy, and a number of treatments are often needed to reduce...
Does Humana Insurance Cover TMS Therapy? What You Need to Know
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) is a revolutionary therapy that’s changing the way we treat...
Suicide Is Preventable: A Year-Round Commitment to Hope and Healing
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Suicide is preventable. More than 12 million Americans experience suicidal thoughts each year, but...
Does United Healthcare Insurance Cover TMS Therapy? What You Need to Know
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist If you have United Healthcare and are considering TMS therapy, you might be wondering if your...
Managing Seasonal Transitions: Coping with Anxiety and Depression in Fall | BestMind Behavioral Health
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Managing Seasonal Transitions: Coping with Anxiety and Depression in Fall As the vibrant colors of...
TMS Therapy for Traumatic Brain Injury
Reviewed by Dr. Olsen M.D. Medical Director, Psychiatrist Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is the result of a sudden impact to the brain, and it can have lasting...
