Breaking the Cycle: Addressing OCD and Shame for Children of Immigrants

What does it feel like to live with OCD, especially when it’s misnamed, missed, or misunderstood? Simran Chahal, therapist at Amanda Neves Therapy, offers a moving reflection on her own experience navigating OCD through the lens of culture, identity, and healing. With grounded honesty, she shares how early symptoms were overlooked, how shame shaped her inner world, and how reclaiming the right language - and the right support - changed everything.

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Falling into Mindfulness: A Seasonal Invitation to Live Fully

Mindfulness is more than a trend—it's a transformative practice rooted in rich cultural traditions and backed by modern therapeutic approaches. At Amanda Neves Therapy, we help clients integrate mindfulness into daily life to foster deeper self-awareness, emotional resilience, and stress management. Through therapies like Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP), Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), our team supports clients in connecting mind and body. Embrace mindfulness not just as meditation but as a way to experience each moment fully. Learn from ANT therapist Amy Lesperance, as she guides you toward living more consciously, finding inner balance, and building emotional well-being through the practice.

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When Friendships Fade

Friendships are vital connections, but not all are meant to last forever. If you’re questioning whether a friendship still serves you, it’s important to reflect on your relationship’s dynamic, assess how it aligns with your personal growth, and evaluate the emotional impact it has on your life. By considering these factors, along with the potential outcomes and honest communication with your friend, you can make an informed decision about whether to hold on or let go.

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