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Anxiety Beyond the Mind: A Holistic Approach

Anxiety isn't just in your head—it's in your gut, heart, and nervous system too. Discover a holistic approach to anxiety that addresses childhood origins, physical symptoms, and practical coping strategies. Learn why traditional anxiety treatments sometimes fall short and how a whole-body approach can create lasting change for Seattle residents.

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Finding Your Way Back: How Gaming Addiction Treatment Actually Works

Gaming addiction treatment isn't about quitting cold turkey—it's about finding balance. As a Seattle therapist, I help clients understand why they game, develop healthier emotional tools, and create structure without feeling restricted. Learn how therapy actually works for gaming addiction and what to expect in the recovery journey.

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Gaming Addiction: When Play Becomes Problematic

Video gaming addiction is the only officially recognized screen-related disorder. In Seattle's tech-centered culture, the line between passionate gaming and problematic use can blur. Learn the key differences, warning signs, and how games fulfill psychological needs for competence, autonomy, social connection, and emotional escape. Discover how to identify when gaming becomes problematic and what professional support can offer.

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The Neuroscience of Screen Attraction: Why Your Brain Loves Digital Stimulation

Discover how screen addiction affects your brain's dopamine system and executive function. This Seattle, Washington therapist explains the neuroscience behind digital attraction, including how social media and smartphones impact brain chemistry. Learn practical strategies to manage screen use while addressing related anxiety, depression, and ADHD symptoms through evidence-based approaches that work with your brain, not against it.

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What Actually Counts as 'Screen Addiction'? Seattle Therapist's Perspective

When does heavy screen use cross the line into addiction? As a Seattle, Washington therapist specializing in digital wellness, I use the "Four C's" framework to identify problematic patterns: Compulsion to check devices, Control loss over usage time, Continued use despite negative consequences, and Craving when unable to access screens. Whether it's gaming, social media scrolling, or constant work emails, screen addiction exists on a spectrum and manifests differently for each person. Learn the warning signs and when to seek professional support for healthier digital boundaries.

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