Julie Holcomb, LCSW

04/11/2026

April is Autism Acceptance Month! Autism isn't one single experience. It can be a strength for some and deeply disabling for others. Sometimes it can be both at the same time. There's space for all of it - those who see it as part of their identity, those who struggle and need support, and those caring for individuals with support needs. Every individual with autism is unique, while they share common symptoms. No two individuals experience autism the same.

01/27/2026

What brings you comfort? Make a list and incorporate a few of those things into your daily routine. It's great for anxiety, panic, and overwhelm. Be consistent and you will see a difference after three or four weeks.

01/13/2026

We are all unique, and that uniqueness is not an accident or a flaw, it’s the result of our individual histories, temperaments, experiences, strengths, wounds, and ways of making meaning of the world. What makes you different is also what allows you to perceive, feel, connect, and contribute in ways no one else can. That makes you pretty special.

11/11/2025

Create a life that makes you happy. Find joy in the little things. It could be listening to the birds sing, a well-brewed cup of coffee, the smell of cookies baking, a peaceful walk in nature, or sitting in your favorite chair with a warm blanket on a chilly day. Prioritize your own needs and create the life you want. Create a life that brings you comfort, peace, and joy.

11/08/2025

Desoto County food resources for individuals struggling to feed their families.

10/17/2025

Small daily habitats can make a big difference for adults with ADHD. Structure - calendars, reminder apps, sticky notes can free up mental energy. Movement - a short walk or stretches can reset the nervous system. Moments of calm - a few minutes of mindful breathing or pausing to sip tea without distraction can quiet mental noise. These are a few helpful tools for managing stress. What daily practices do you use?

09/23/2025

Neither should ever be disciplined or punished. Compassion always...

08/28/2025

Other symptoms that go unnoticed are lack of motivation, time blindness, hyperfocus, and mental noise. But ADHD is not all negative. ADHD also brings strengths such as empathy and emotional intuition, creativity, and quick problem solving in chaos.

ADHD is more than visible behaviors like hyperactivity and inattention.

What people see from the outside is just the tip of the iceberg, which is precisely where the ADHD iceberg analogy comes from.

There are many other symptoms that go unnoticed because they’re internal, like social anxiety, sensory sensitivity, shame, and executive dysfunction.

If you live with ADHD or want to support a loved one who does, consider speaking with a mental health professional to learn more about this condition and how to manage it. (PsychCentral.com ❤️)

08/14/2025

How do you incorporate mindfulness into your daily routine?

09/24/2024

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