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Clinical Answer: Does kratom help with depression? What the human studies show
Some people say kratom lifts their mood, but the human studies reviewed here do not show that it treats depression, and almost none of the detailed research involves teenagers. The same studies also do not show that kratom causes lasting depression, so both reported relief and reported problems deserve an honest conversation with a clinician.
Video: My Treatment Philosophy
In this video I share my philosophy: treatment should be collaborative, supportive, and true to each child's nature.
Video: What to Expect: First Appointment
In this video I explain what you can expect during your first visit. You'll learn: - How the first appointment is structured - What kinds of questions I ask parents and teens - Why honesty and openness are important - How I help families feel comfortable from the very beginning
When Instagram Tells You to Be Happy 24/7 (and Why That's Exhausting)
Life isn't all glowing and grinding - sometimes it's sweatpants and peanut butter, and learning how to sit with those messy feelings can actually help us grow.
My Teen Won't Tell Me How They're Feeling
Note: this post is more targeted toward parents. If you're a teen reading this, then enjoy - you're getting insider information.
ADHD and Self-Esteem:
When Children Start to See Themselves as the “Bad Kid”
Treating ADHD: Where to Begin
Six evidence-based strategies to support children with ADHD—from daily routines and movement breaks to positive reinforcement—all before medication enters the conversation.
Video: Why Do Stimulants Calm People With ADHD?
If it's a stimulant, why does it settle a child down? In this short video I explain the subtle pharmacology: dopamine and norepinephrine rise in the prefrontal cortex, the brain filters out noise more effectively, and the result feels like calm.
Video: The First-Line Treatment for ADHD Isn't a Medication
Ask a room of medical students what treats high cholesterol first and someone will name a statin. The real answer is diet and exercise. ADHD works the same way — in this short video I explain why sleep, reminders for everything, and structured time blocks come before the prescription pad.
Looking for an Adult Psychiatrist?
My practice focuses on children and adolescents, but parents sometimes realize they could use support too. If you're an adult looking for a psychiatrist who takes an integrative, whole-person approach, I'd recommend a colleague whose work I know and trust.

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