Bakersfield, California, United States
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My story of ADHD, struggle, and what came next:

Back in 2009, I had no life to be…

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  • New ADHD View
    Feb 23, 2025

    New ADHD View

    ADHD is the burden of inconsistency. You have moments of clarity filled with hours of confusion, procrastination…

    14 Comments
  • [clearly stated] ADHD Accommodations in the Workplace
    Sep 1, 2024

    [clearly stated] ADHD Accommodations in the Workplace

    Last week, I wrote about protecting your career by knowing your rights with ADHD. Today, you'll find out exactly what…

    8 Comments
  • Your Rights with ADHD to Protect Your Career
    Aug 25, 2024

    Your Rights with ADHD to Protect Your Career

    According to the World Health Organization (WHO) "An estimated 1.3 billion people experience significant disability.

    2 Comments
  • ADHD Passive and Active Systems
    Mar 10, 2024

    ADHD Passive and Active Systems

    Today you get an inside look at passive vs active skills for ADHD. This benefits anyone who struggles with: stress…

    8 Comments
  • Managing ADHD The Right Way
    Nov 19, 2023

    Managing ADHD The Right Way

    Cringey title, right? You've heard it before: "It will work if you try this..

    10 Comments
  • A Simple Way ADHDers Can Deal with Negative Thoughts
    Nov 5, 2023

    A Simple Way ADHDers Can Deal with Negative Thoughts

    One of the most powerful choices you can make with ADHD: Defusion. Defusion is a technique that comes from Acceptance…

    3 Comments
  • My #1 Rule for ADHD and Guilt
    Oct 30, 2023

    My #1 Rule for ADHD and Guilt

    Does “I should have done this sooner” ring a bell? It should. Why? Because many people with ADHD say this to themselves.

    16 Comments
  • What is Adult ADHD? Helpful Info From A Therapist (Full Video)
    Jun 11, 2023

    What is Adult ADHD? Helpful Info From A Therapist (Full Video)

    In addition to the Thrive ADHD Newsletter, free ebooks and pdfs. I've decided to start sharing everything I can about…

    3 Comments
  • What I Learned During My Fourth Year As A Mental Health Therapist
    Jun 4, 2023

    What I Learned During My Fourth Year As A Mental Health Therapist

    Today marks my fourth year as a mental health therapist. Check out my first, second, or third year here.

    10 Comments
  • How To Stop Running Out Of Time (ADHD Guide)
    May 7, 2023

    How To Stop Running Out Of Time (ADHD Guide)

    Using this one concept will always save you time: Programming. You won't be told to "manage your time better" while…

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  • Abnormal Psychology

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  • Addictions Counseling

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  • Adult and Family Development

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  • Advanced Psychopathology

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  • Biological Psychology

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  • Career Development Counseling

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  • Clinical Ethics and Law

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  • Cognition, Motivation and Emotion

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  • Cognitive Psychology

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  • Computers and Society

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  • Counseling Child and Adolescents

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  • Couple and Sexuality Counseling

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  • Crisis and Trauma Counseling

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  • Cross Culture Issues in Counseling

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  • Ethical and Professional Issues

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  • General Psychology

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  • History and Systems in Psychology

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  • Human Communication

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  • Individual Counseling Techniques

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  • Interpersonal and Group Process Skills

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  • Lifespan Psychology

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  • Psychological Applications

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  • Psychological Testing

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  • Psychology as a Profession

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  • Psychology of Personal/ Social Adjustment

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  • Psychology of Women

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  • Psychopathology and Diagnostic Interview

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  • Psychopharmacology

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  • Research Methods I

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  • Research Methods II

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  • Research Methods in Counseling Psychology

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  • Social Psychology

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  • Statistics of Behavioral/ Social Science

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  • Techniques in Group/ Family Counseling

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  • Theories of Family Counseling

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  • Theories of Personality Development

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  • Theory and Practice of Group Counseling

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  • Theory of Individual Counseling

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Honors & Awards

  • President's Award

    Henriette Weill Memorial Child Guidance Clinic & Adult Behavior Health

  • Outstanding Student Award

    School of Social Sciences and Education

  • Basic Needs Initiative Student Research Grant

    The California State University Office of the Chancellor

    Through the Basic Needs Initiative, the Office of the Chancellor is building on the work performed at the campus level to create a system-wide framework of services and partnerships to ensure that all students have access to the resources they need.

    The funding will support projects focused on student success and its intersection with students’ well-being. Priority will be given to projects focused on student wellness, including but not limited to:

    Physical health
    Mental…

    Through the Basic Needs Initiative, the Office of the Chancellor is building on the work performed at the campus level to create a system-wide framework of services and partnerships to ensure that all students have access to the resources they need.

    The funding will support projects focused on student success and its intersection with students’ well-being. Priority will be given to projects focused on student wellness, including but not limited to:

    Physical health
    Mental health
    Food insecurity
    Homelessness/housing insecurity
    Health equity
    Health as a social justice issue

  • HACU Scholarship

    Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities

    CSUB is providing travel scholarships for 25 students to attend the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) conference this year in San Diego, CA. The scholarship includes: conference registration, transportation, hotel, and per diem for food. The scholarship is open to all currently enrolled CSUB students with a 3.0 GPA or above who will have at least junior status in the fall. Graduate students are also welcomed to apply.

    CSU Bakersfield is a nationally recognized…

    CSUB is providing travel scholarships for 25 students to attend the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) conference this year in San Diego, CA. The scholarship includes: conference registration, transportation, hotel, and per diem for food. The scholarship is open to all currently enrolled CSUB students with a 3.0 GPA or above who will have at least junior status in the fall. Graduate students are also welcomed to apply.

    CSU Bakersfield is a nationally recognized Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and a member of the HACU which represents more than 400 colleges and universities committed to Hispanic higher education success in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Latin America and Spain.

    HACU's Student Track is a three day career development and networking symposium designed to build the career skills of undergraduate students. Over 400 students from the U.S. and Puerto Rico will attend panel presentations, workshops, luncheons, and a town hall meeting as well as meet with conference exhibitors and recruiters.

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    California State University, Bakersfield

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  • International Center for Clinical Excellence

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    The International Center for Clinical Excellence (ICCE), an international consortium of researchers, educators, and clinicians dedicated to understanding and promoting excellence in behavior healthcare.

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