Center for Integrated Therapies, Inc.

11/11/2025

Something in me, some small, quiet part that still believed in healing, told me to give it a chance.....

Over 10 years ago, I made a decision that changed my life, one I almost didn't make. At the time, I was living in Detroit, Michigan, battling the level of depression that felt impossible to escape. I had tried everything I could think of, therapy, medication, lifestyle changes, and still, I felt like I was only existing, not living. When I first heard about brain paint neurofeedback, I was extremely skeptical. It sounded too gentle, too simple, too unlike the intensity of the struggle I was facing. But something in me, some small, quiet part that still believed in healing, told me to give it a chance. So I packed a bag and traveled all the way from Detroit to Sarasota, trusting that maybe this different approach could reach the parts of me that nothing else had. From the very first session, I sensed something unique. There was no effort, no trying to fix myself.

I just sat there, sensors gently placed on my scalp, watching the screen, listening to the sounds, and letting my brain do the work. The process felt effortless, almost mysterious, yet deeply restorative. Week after week, I began to notice small but meaningful changes. My sleep improved. The constant tension in my body began to ease. My mind, once filled with noise, self-criticism, and despair, started to quiet. And at some point, something remarkable happened. I realized I had forgotten about the depression that once ruled my life. It wasn't that I fought it away. It was that my brain had reorganized itself naturally, quietly, and beautifully. Now more than 10 years later, those changes have endured. The stability, emotional clarity, and calm that emerged through that training have stayed with me. Life still brings challenges, but I meet them with a groundedness and strength that once felt impossible. My brain doesn't spiral or collapse the way it used to.

It steadies, adapts, and stays clear. I owe a great deal of that to my therapist, Curtis, His professionalism, compassion, and deep understanding made the entire process feel safe and personal. He guided me with care, always meeting me where I was, always reminding me that healing was possible, even when I couldn't see it myself. Traveling from Detroit to Sarasota felt like a leap of faith at the time. Looking back, it was the best decision I ever made. Brain paint neurofeedback didn't just help me recover. It helped me remember who I truly am underneath the pain. If you're skeptical, I understand. I was too. But sometimes the most profound transformations come from the most unexpected places. This process helped my brain heal itself. It gave me back a life that feels deeply, authentically mine.

11/08/2025

11/02/2025

A conversational AI system that listens, learns, and challenges

10/20/2025

10/17/2025

Communication Red Flags ✨ Monologuer — dominates the conversation.
“Anyway, back to me…” (after you speak) · Talks 15 minutes straight without asking a question.

Oversharer — dumps too much personal info.
Tells medical/relationship details to new coworkers · Sends long venting voice notes at 2 a.m.

Mixed-signal sender — says one thing, implies another.
“I’m fine” with a cold tone · Cancels plans but keeps posting “wish someone would hang out.”

Passive-aggressor — indirect hostility.
“Nice of you to finally show up” · “Forgot” the thing you asked for—again.

Mind-reader — expects you to guess needs.
“If you cared, you’d know what I want” · Gets upset you didn’t anticipate a preference.

Deflector — changes topic to dodge issues.
Asked about a lie, replies, “Why are you always so critical?” · Switches to your old mistake.

Dismissor — waves off your feelings/ideas.
“You’re overreacting” · “That suggestion is cute, but no.”

Tone-policer — attacks tone, ignores message.
“I’ll listen when you say it nicely” (avoids the point) · Corrects your wording instead of answering.

Gossip — spreads others’ private info.
“Don’t tell anyone, but…” · Shares chat screenshots without consent.

10/04/2025

💛 I’ve had many conversations this week with families and clients living with Autism Spectrum challenges.
While the causes of ASD are incredibly complex, we’re learning more about how environmental factors may influence brain development and mental health.
I also want to take a moment to honor all the moms and parents who have always done the very best they can — making decisions based on the information and guidance available every step of the way. None of this research is about blame — it’s about understanding, prevention, and hope.
My wish is that as we keep learning, we get closer to uncovering the root causes of ASD and finding ways to support every child and family more effectively. My own family and many of my clients are deeply impacted, and I’m grateful for all the researchers and clinicians working hard to bring more clarity and compassion to this field.
🧠 What Recent Research Shows
Studies from Harvard, Johns Hopkins, and Mount Sinai suggest that using acetaminophen (Tylenol) during pregnancy, especially later in pregnancy, may be linked to higher risks of autism and ADHD in children.
A NIH-funded review led by Dr. Andrea Baccarelli found consistent evidence that prenatal Tylenol exposure can affect brain development. In 2021, an international panel of researchers recommended that pregnant women use acetaminophen only when necessary, and at the lowest dose for the shortest time possible.
This doesn’t mean panic — acetaminophen can still be an important option when needed. It just means being aware, asking questions, and working closely with your healthcare provider.
✨ Let’s keep the conversation going — about awareness, prevention, and compassion for every family navigating autism and developmental challenges.

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09/28/2025

09/21/2025

This is such an important conversation on THC and Psychosis. We see this in our office regularly, especially with teens and young adults. I wanted to share this well written research based article:

HEALTH NEWS
High-THC Cannabis Products Linked to Immediate Psychosis and Addiction
The link is based on a new review of 99 studies involving more than 220,000 people
George Citroner, EPOCH TIMES
9/19/2025

As ma*****na legalization spreads nationwide and young Americans increasingly view cannabis as harmless, new research reveals a paradox: Modern products such as vapes, dabs, and concentrates with high levels of tetrahydrocannabinol or THC, the main psychoactive ingredient, are triggering serious mental health problems at rates far higher than the ma*****na of previous generations.

Using cannabis products with high levels of THC is linked with increased risk for psychosis or schizophrenia, especially within 12 hours after use, a new review of 99 studies found.
Modern Cannabis Packs Unprecedented Punch

Using highly concentrated THC products was consistently linked to mental health risks such as psychosis, schizophrenia, and addiction.
The review, recently published in the Annals of Internal Medicine, examined studies conducted between 1977 and 2023, finding that high-THC products showed consistent associations with increased risks of psychosis and schizophrenia. The study involved more than 221,000 participants from 15 countries.

Modern va**ng devices can deliver THC concentrations ranging from 70 to 90 percent, significantly exceeding previous levels and raising concerns about the associated health risks, researchers noted.

Some of the studies reviewed found that THC was beneficial in treating anxiety and depression, especially in people with cancer and other neurological conditions. However, for recreational use in healthy people, the opposite effect was seen.

The review also highlights that people who frequently use high-potency products are more likely to develop cannabis use disorder—which “carries its own burden on mood, motivation, and daily functioning,” Dr. Nona Kocher, a board-certified psychiatrist at Quintessence Psychiatry in Miami, who was not involved in the study, told The Epoch Times.

“Evidence also suggests that tolerance and withdrawal symptoms are more pronounced with concentrates, both of which feed into the cycle of dependence,” Kocher added.
Effects of High THC Concentrations

THC is the primary psychoactive ingredient of cannabis and can biologically act on endocannabinoid receptors in the nervous system. Activation of these receptors can disrupt normal neural signaling, especially neurotransmitters crucial for maintaining mood, cognition, and perception.

These disruptions may contribute to psychotic symptoms. For example, dopamine is a key neurotransmitter that regulates mood and perception. If the dopaminergic system gets disrupted and too much dopamine gets released, it could put people at risk of hallucinations.
Additionally, acute intoxication with high doses of THC can also introduce hallucinations, paranoia, and other signs that may mimic schizophrenia.
Limited Therapeutic Benefits, Clear Risks

Despite growing claims about ma*****na’s medical benefits, the review found little evidence supporting high-THC products for mental health treatment. Dr. Jonathan M. Samet, the study’s corresponding author and professor of epidemiology at Colorado School of Public Health, told The Epoch Times that no therapeutic studies found THC had positive effects for those living with psychosis or schizophrenia.
While some studies suggested potential benefits for anxiety and depression, the evidence remained “weak and inconsistent,” according to Samet.

For studies suggesting potential THC benefits, less than half showed that high-THC cannabis might help with anxiety. Others found unfavorable effects—with 24 percent of studies showing increased anxiety and 30 percent showing increased depression.

The research carries significant implications for the growing movement to legalize recreational ma*****na.

However, the researchers acknowledged important limitations in current evidence.

The reviewed studies didn’t capture how people consumed THC—whether smoked, vaped, or eaten. The studies also used inconsistent measurement tools and underrepresented pregnant women and adolescents among participants.

“Given the growing number of states with recreational ma*****na use now legalized and the increasing THC concentrations,” Samet said, “We need to have better information available to answer reasonable questions [about the risk] with more certainty.

09/18/2025

Why we still need human therapists..

Across the world, marriages are being destroyed as spouses use AI like OpenAI's ChatGPT to attack their partners.

09/09/2025

Absolutely awesome infographic on the eighth - and often misunderstood - sense, interoception, or what's going on inside your body and with your internal organs.
via Neuropositive Living