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Lifespan Psychological Services Christina Ralph, Ph.D. Comprehensive evaluations for ADD/ADHD, learning disabilities (e.g. dyslexia), and social-emotional concerns for children and adults.

is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist specializing in psychological evaluations and educational testing for ADHD / executive function issues, learning disability (e.g., dyslexia), and social-emotional concerns for children & adults.

Podcast about coping with Health Anxiety through the ADAA:
09/15/2026

Podcast about coping with Health Anxiety through the ADAA:

In this episode, anxiety specialist Karen Cassiday, PhD, explains the difference between usual concern about your health and clinical health anxiety and how evidence-based treatments can help.

Students with undiagnosed dyslexia can experience mood and anxiety issues related to ongoing frustration with reading. T...
09/01/2026

Students with undiagnosed dyslexia can experience mood and anxiety issues related to ongoing frustration with reading. This resource from the International Dyslexia Association describes the various ways a learning disorder can affect an individual’s social-emotional well-being:
https://dyslexialibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/file-manager/public/2564/social-emotional-1-24-22.pdf

02/19/2026

Sleep deprivation is frequently tied to generalized anxiety disorder—leading people to ruminate rather than rest.

Learn more about how sleep and mental health intersect, and how psychologists can help patients with sleep problems: https://at.apa.org/75f81d

02/19/2026
Free parenting app through Understood to learn about factors that affect your child's behavior and get insight / tips:
10/07/2025

Free parenting app through Understood to learn about factors that affect your child's behavior and get insight / tips:

Make parenting easier with this free app! Track your child’s behavior and get personalized tips for managing tantrums, meltdowns, and more. Made especially for families of kids with ADHD and learning disabilities.

ADHD Awareness Month and information from CHADD - Children & Adults with ADHD
10/07/2025

ADHD Awareness Month and information from CHADD - Children & Adults with ADHD

🎉 It’s here—ADHD Awareness Month has officially begun!

This year’s theme, The Many Faces of ADHD, reminds us that every story matters. 💙

Throughout October, we’ll be sharing facts, lived experiences, and resources to break down myths and build understanding. Together, we can celebrate strengths, raise awareness, and support our ADHD community every day.

https://CHADD.org/Attention-article/The-Many-Faces-of-ADHD/

Importance of routines for kids with ADHD during the summer:
06/26/2025

Importance of routines for kids with ADHD during the summer:

Sticking with some school routines during the summer can help kids with ADHD build executive function skills and stay on track. Check out these five tips for building smart summer routines.

More people are open to and accessing therapy:
05/13/2025

More people are open to and accessing therapy:

A study from the American Journal of Psychiatry suggests that psychotherapy is becoming more accessible to people. The study looks at trends in mental health treatment from 2018 to 2021.

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