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Autism Spectrum Disorder

What's Your Diagnosis?

👋 **About Your Client**

Zack is a young boy who has been displaying behaviors such as avoiding eye contact, repetitive movements, and difficulty engaging with others. His father is concerned about these behaviors and their impact on Zack's development and social interactions.

Learning Diagnosis: Anorexia Nervosa

Learning Diagnosis

👋 **About Your Client**

Natalie has been struggling with an intense need to control her weight through extreme dieting and exercise. Despite being quite thin, Natalie perceives herself as overweight and is consumed by thoughts of food and body image, often resorting to laxatives and other measures to avoid gaining weight.

Meet Randall

Case Study

👋 **About Your Client**

Randall's obsession with achieving the "perfect" body has led him to isolate himself, even quitting the gym to avoid others' judgment. His dissatisfaction has grown so intense that he's considered taking steroids, despite the risks to his health, all in a desperate attempt to become the strong, imposing figure he believes he should be.

Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder

What's Your Diagnosis?

👋 **About Your Client**

Jasmine is preoccupied with orderliness, perfectionism, and control. Jasmine's need for things to be done her way often leads to difficulty delegating tasks and a tendency to be overly critical of others.

Meet Paulina

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👋 **About Your Client**

Paulina was living a normal, calm life until her desire to do anything disappeared and she soon began having delusional thoughts and hallucinations. Eventually, the symptoms went away, but now they come back every year.

Meet Bobby

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👋 **About Your Client**

Bobby has a history of manipulating and exploiting others to get what he wants. He is unapologetic about his actions, viewing the world as a place where only the strong survive and the weak deserve to be taken advantage of.  He feels no remorse for his actions, seeing them as just part of the game, and he’s convinced that no one can catch him if he keeps playing his cards right.

Learning Diagnosis: Cyclothymic Disorder

Learning Diagnosis

👋 **About Your Client**

Katrina once thrived on stability and dependability but has been struggling with unpredictable mood fluctuations for the past few years. These ups and downs, ranging from mild depression to an overly energetic state, have left her feeling out of control and uncertain about her future.

Bipolar II Disorder

What's Your Diagnosis?

👋 **About Your Client**

Bill was once a high-achieving and well-liked young man but now struggles with unpredictable mood changes. Bill experiences periods of intense depression, leaving him exhausted and unmotivated, followed by bursts of high energy and confidence that disrupt his life and relationships.

Antisocial Personality Disorder

What's Your Diagnosis?

👋 **About Your Client**

Bobby has a history of manipulating and exploiting others to get what he wants. He is unapologetic about his actions, viewing the world as a place where only the strong survive and the weak deserve to be taken advantage of.  He feels no remorse for his actions, seeing them as just part of the game, and he’s convinced that no one can catch him if he keeps playing his cards right.

Learning Diagnosis: Schizoaffective Disorder

Learning Diagnosis

👋 **About Your Client**

Paulina has experienced recurring episodes of severe depression accompanied by auditory hallucinations. During these periods, Paulina felt paralyzed, unable to function, and plagued by voices telling her she deserved to die. Despite these challenges, Paulina has moments of clarity and wellness, making her condition particularly perplexing.

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder

What's Your Diagnosis?

👋 **About Your Client**

Maria once embraced life with a sense of fun and adventure, but now finds herself constantly fearful and hypervigilant after a traumatic attack. This event has left her unable to sleep, struggling with flashbacks, and feeling disconnected from her former self.

Meet Rosalyn

Case Study

👋 **About Your Client**

Rosalyn has been struggling with intense distress following a traumatic car accident. Despite surviving without physical injuries, Rosalyn is haunted by vivid nightmares, flashbacks, and a constant sense of dread, making it difficult for her to function in daily life.

Social Anxiety Disorder (Social Phobia)

What's Your Diagnosis?

👋 **About Your Client**

Rishi once thrived on social connections but now finds himself overwhelmed by intense anxiety in social situations. Despite his initial excitement for a new job and city, Rishi's fear of social interactions has led to significant setbacks both personally and professionally.

Meet Terry

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👋 **About Your Client**

Terry is a 13-year-old who has been struggling with a stuttering disorder since he was young. Terry's speech difficulties have affected his confidence and social interactions, making it hard for him to participate in everyday activities without feeling self-conscious.

Meet Kevin

Case Study

👋 **About Your Client**

9-year-old Kevin repeatedly has outbursts and gets angry over little things. Several times a week he gets confrontational or violent when met with criticism or resistance. He is easily frustrated and intentionally hurtful at times.

Learning Diagnosis: Alcohol Use Disorder

Learning Diagnosis

👋 **About Your Client**

Cliff has a long history of alcohol use that has now escalated to a problematic level. Cliff's drinking habits have begun to impact his work as a chiropractor, his family life, and his overall well-being.

Meet Henry

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👋 **About Your Client**

Henry, a dependable employee, recently experienced a sudden episode of intense paranoia and delusions. Henry believed he was receiving secret messages in emails, leading to a confrontation at work and a temporary leave. Although his symptoms subsided, the experience left him confused and worried about his mental health.

Bipolar I Disorder

What's Your Diagnosis?

👋 **About Your Client**

Nia is a confident and happy woman who has been struggling with unpredictable mood changes. These fluctuations, ranging from feeling superhuman to extreme disorientation, led to a spontaneous cross-country trip where she ended up in jail and then a hospital.

Learning Diagnosis: Intermittent Explosive Disorder

Learning Diagnosis

👋 **About Your Client**

Sean has been struggling with uncontrollable outbursts of anger. Sean's temper flares up suddenly and intensely, often leading to aggressive actions that he later regrets. Despite his efforts to stay calm, Sean finds himself unable to control his reactions when provoked.

Specific Phobia

What's Your Diagnosis?

👋 **About Your Client**

Aaron deals with a severe phobia of blood. Aaron's fear is so intense that he avoids doctors, dentists, and even daily activities that might expose him to blood, leading to significant distress in his life.

Binge-Eating Disorder

What's Your Diagnosis?

👋 **About Your Client**

Fiona is a high school student who has been struggling with consuming large quantities of food in a short period, leading to feelings of guilt and self-disgust. Despite her awareness of the problem, she feels helpless to stop the cycle and hides her behavior from her family.

Borderline Personality Disorder

What's Your Diagnosis?

👋 **About Your Client**

Angela struggles with intense emotions and fears of abandonment, leading to unstable relationships. Angela's need for constant reassurance and her impulsive actions often drive people away, leaving her feeling empty and rejected.

Generalized Anxiety Disorder

What's Your Diagnosis?

👋 **About Your Client**

Phillip is grappling with significant stressors, including his wife's chronic illness and concerns about his young son’s behavior. Despite his efforts to remain strong, Phillip finds himself overwhelmed by constant anxiety, affecting both his home and work life.

Learning Diagnosis: Dissociative Identity Disorder

Learning Diagnosis

👋 **About Your Client**

Stephanie has been struggling with overwhelming stress and grief due to her father's terminal illness. Recently, Stephanie has been experiencing episodes where she feels disconnected from herself, as if another person is taking over her actions and decisions. This has left her confused and frightened, especially as she deals with lapses in memory and moments of feeling like an imposter in her own life.

Meet Rishi

Case Study

👋 **About Your Client**

Rishi once thrived on social connections but now finds himself overwhelmed by intense anxiety in social situations. Despite his initial excitement for a new job and city, Rishi's fear of social interactions has led to significant setbacks both personally and professionally.

Dissociative Identity Disorder

What's Your Diagnosis?

👋 **About Your Client**

Stephanie has been struggling with overwhelming stress and grief due to her father's terminal illness. Recently, Stephanie has been experiencing episodes where she feels disconnected from herself, as if another person is taking over her actions and decisions. This has left her confused and frightened, especially as she deals with lapses in memory and moments of feeling like an imposter in her own life.

Learning Diagnosis: Major Depressive Disorder, Single and Recurrent Episodes

Learning Diagnosis

👋 **About Your Client**

Camila has been experiencing profound and unrelenting depression. Once a dependable wife and mother, Camila now finds herself unable to sleep, eat, or engage in daily activities, leaving her feeling disconnected and hopeless.

Learning Diagnosis: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Learning Diagnosis

👋 **About Your Client**

Neal has been struggling with an overwhelming fear of germs and contamination. Neal's meticulous cleaning rituals and obsessive thoughts dominate his daily life, creating a constant battle to maintain control over his environment.

Schizophreniform Disorder

What's Your Diagnosis?

👋 **About Your Client**

Sheryl experienced a bewildering episode where she heard voices coming from the pipes in her home. Sheryl became convinced that her house was connected to a hidden communication system, leading her to shut off all the power and spend nights searching for the source of these voices.

Learning Diagnosis: Acute Stress Disorder

Learning Diagnosis

👋 **About Your Client**

Rosalyn has been struggling with intense distress following a traumatic car accident. Despite surviving without physical injuries, Rosalyn is haunted by vivid nightmares, flashbacks, and a constant sense of dread, making it difficult for her to function in daily life.

Learning Diagnosis: Autism Spectrum Disorder

Learning Diagnosis

👋 **About Your Client**

Zack is a young boy who has been displaying behaviors such as avoiding eye contact, repetitive movements, and difficulty engaging with others. His father is concerned about these behaviors and their impact on Zack's development and social interactions.

Meet Emmanuel: In Crisis

Case Study

👋 **About Your Client**

Emmanuel is a typically rock-solid and grounded individual who has recently been exhibiting strange behaviors. Despite his stable job and happy marriage, Emmanuel's sudden confusion, memory lapses, and erratic actions have left his husband deeply concerned.

Meet Marty

Case Study

👋 **About Your Client**

Marty has been struggling with intense anxiety when separated from his parents. Marty moved back home after dropping out of college due to overwhelming feelings of fear and distress. Now, he experiences severe anxiety even when apart from his parents for short periods.

Tourette’s Disorder

What's Your Diagnosis?

👋 **About Your Client**

Carl has been struggling with involuntary motor and vocal tics since he was a young child. Despite his intelligence and good grades, Carl's tics and outbursts of inappropriate words have made school and social interactions challenging.

Histrionic Personality Disorder

What's Your Diagnosis?

👋 **About Your Client**

Lucy thrives on being the center of attention and is known for her dramatic and flirtatious behavior. She enjoys drawing attention to herself and often feels the need to be the life of the party, which sometimes leads to misunderstandings and conflicts with others.

Meet Rhonda

Case Study

👋 **About Your Client**

Rhonda struggles with making decisions without excessive reassurance from others and feels uncomfortable being alone. Rhonda often goes to great lengths to obtain support and approval from those around her.

Learning Diagnosis: Histrionic Personality Disorder

Learning Diagnosis

👋 **About Your Client**

Lucy thrives on being the center of attention and is known for her dramatic and flirtatious behavior. She enjoys drawing attention to herself and often feels the need to be the life of the party, which sometimes leads to misunderstandings and conflicts with others.

Childhood-Onset Fluency Disorder (Stuttering)

What's Your Diagnosis?

👋 **About Your Client**

Terry is a 13-year-old who has been struggling with a stuttering disorder since he was young. Terry's speech difficulties have affected his confidence and social interactions, making it hard for him to participate in everyday activities without feeling self-conscious.

Meet Sean

Case Study

👋 **About Your Client**

Sean has been struggling with uncontrollable outbursts of anger. Sean's temper flares up suddenly and intensely, often leading to aggressive actions that he later regrets. Despite his efforts to stay calm, Sean finds himself unable to control his reactions when provoked.

Learning Diagnosis: Bipolar I Disorder

Learning Diagnosis

👋 **About Your Client**

Nia is a confident and happy woman who has been struggling with unpredictable mood changes. These fluctuations, ranging from feeling superhuman to extreme disorientation, led to a spontaneous cross-country trip where she ended up in jail and then a hospital.

Schizoid Personality Disorder

What's Your Diagnosis?

👋 **About Your Client**

Malcolm prefers to be alone and finds social interactions draining and uninteresting. Despite his mother's concerns about his detachment and lack of emotional expression, Malcolm feels content with his solitary lifestyle and sees no need to change.

Meet Dan

Case Study

👋 **About Your Client**

Dan has been struggling with extreme grief since the death of his husband three years ago. Dan finds himself unable to move on, feeling a constant and overwhelming sense of loss. Every aspect of his life, from daily routines to social interactions, reminds him of his late husband, leaving him isolated and in deep sorrow.

Learning Diagnosis: Alcohol Intoxication

Learning Diagnosis

👋 **About Your Client**

Cliff, a chiropractor, has recently been arrested for DUI. Cliff struggles with alcohol intoxication, leading to erratic behavior and significant personal and professional challenges.

Learning Diagnosis: Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

Learning Diagnosis

👋 **About Your Client**

Katie is a 12-year-old who struggles with staying focused and completing tasks. Her teachers and parents have noted that she often loses track of what she is doing and gets distracted easily, which has affected her performance in school and at home.

Learning Diagnosis: Prolonged Grief Disorder

Learning Diagnosis

👋 **About Your Client**

Dan has been struggling with extreme grief since the death of his husband three years ago. Dan finds himself unable to move on, feeling a constant and overwhelming sense of loss. Every aspect of his life, from daily routines to social interactions, reminds him of his late husband, leaving him isolated and in deep sorrow.

Body Dysmorphic Disorder

What's Your Diagnosis?

👋 **About Your Client**

Randall's obsession with achieving the "perfect" body has led him to isolate himself, even quitting the gym to avoid others' judgment. His dissatisfaction has grown so intense that he's considered taking steroids, despite the risks to his health, all in a desperate attempt to become the strong, imposing figure he believes he should be.

Meet Tracy

Case Study

👋 **About Your Client**

Tracy was always part of the “popular” girls. But her jealousy over how thin she perceives her friends to be has caused her to go to extreme measures for controlling her weight, including throwing up after big meals and exercising to the point of exhaustion.

Anorexia Nervosa

What's Your Diagnosis?

👋 **About Your Client**

Natalie has been struggling with an intense need to control her weight through extreme dieting and exercise. Despite being quite thin, Natalie perceives herself as overweight and is consumed by thoughts of food and body image, often resorting to laxatives and other measures to avoid gaining weight.

Learning Diagnosis: Antisocial Personality Disorder

Learning Diagnosis

👋 **About Your Client**

Bobby has a history of manipulating and exploiting others to get what he wants. He is unapologetic about his actions, viewing the world as a place where only the strong survive and the weak deserve to be taken advantage of.  He feels no remorse for his actions, seeing them as just part of the game, and he’s convinced that no one can catch him if he keeps playing his cards right.

Learning Diagnosis: Agoraphobia

Learning Diagnosis

👋 **About Your Client**

April has developed a profound fear of leaving her home, making it impossible for her to participate in everyday activities. Though she once navigated life with caution, her anxiety has escalated to the point where even the thought of stepping outside overwhelms her.

Bulimia Nervosa

Case Study

👋 **About Your Client**

Tracy has been grappling with a cycle of binging and intense exercise. Tracy often finds herself consuming large amounts of food, followed by feelings of guilt and attempts to compensate through excessive workouts. Despite her efforts to control her weight, Tracy feels trapped in a pattern that she struggles to break free from.

Gambling Disorder

What's Your Diagnosis?

👋 **About Your Client**

Alex has a deep-rooted love for gambling, shaped by his childhood experiences playing cards with his family. What started as a joyful pastime has evolved into a constant need for the thrill of high-stakes games. Alex moved to Las Vegas with dreams of becoming a professional poker player, but his passion quickly spiraled into a problematic obsession.

Separation Anxiety Disorder

What's Your Diagnosis?

👋 **About Your Client**

Marty has been struggling with intense anxiety when separated from his parents. Marty moved back home after dropping out of college due to overwhelming feelings of fear and distress. Now, he experiences severe anxiety even when apart from his parents for short periods.

Learning Diagnosis: Dependent Personality Disorder

Learning Diagnosis

👋 **About Your Client**

Rhonda struggles with making decisions without excessive reassurance from others and feels uncomfortable being alone. Rhonda often goes to great lengths to obtain support and approval from those around her.

Trichotillomania (Hair-Pulling Disorder)

What's Your Diagnosis?

👋 **About Your Client**

Sylvia recently experienced a layoff from her first job, and she can’t shake the feeling that her habit of pulling out her hair might have been a factor. This behavior, which she struggles to control, has led to noticeable hair loss and has started to impact her self-esteem and social interactions. Despite her efforts to stop, Sylvia finds herself unconsciously pulling out strands throughout the day. 

Learning Diagnosis: Oppositional Defiant Disorder

Learning Diagnosis

👋 **About Your Client**

Dana is a 12-year-old who has been struggling with intense anger and disruptive behavior. Dana often finds herself in conflict with teachers and classmates, feeling easily annoyed and defiant. Her actions have caused significant concern among those around her, especially as these behaviors have escalated over the past year.

Learning Diagnosis: Brief Psychotic Disorder

Learning Diagnosis

👋 **About Your Client**

Henry, a dependable employee, recently experienced a sudden episode of intense paranoia and delusions. Henry believed he was receiving secret messages in emails, leading to a confrontation at work and a temporary leave. Although his symptoms subsided, the experience left him confused and worried about his mental health.

Paranoid Personality Disorder

What's Your Diagnosis?

👋 **About Your Client**

Lou has become increasingly suspicious of those around him, including his wife and coworkers. Lou is convinced that his wife is plotting against him, and he believes his coworkers are trying to sabotage his work.

Learning Diagnosis: Depressive Disorder Due to Another Medical Condition

Learning Diagnosis

👋 **About Your Client**

Kristen always considered herself a positive person but recently has been struggling with depression linked to her Huntington’s diagnosis. Despite having a loving family and a job she enjoys, Kristen feels an overwhelming sense of hopelessness and struggles to find joy in her daily life.

Learning Diagnosis: Delusional Disorder

Learning Diagnosis

👋 **About Your Client**

Kira became fixated on a man she met at a conference. Despite limited interaction, Kira believed there was a strong connection between them and went to great lengths, including traveling across the country, to see him. Her actions led to legal troubles and a restraining order.

Alcohol Withdrawal

What's Your Diagnosis?

👋 **About Your Client**

Cliff is now experiencing the intense and distressing symptoms of alcohol withdrawal. Cliff's attempts to quit drinking have led to severe physical and emotional symptoms, challenging his resolve and ability to function daily.

Learning Diagnosis: Avoidant Personality Disorder

Learning Diagnosis

👋 **About Your Client**

Teri is extremely shy and fearful of criticism. Teri longs for relationships but is too afraid of humiliation to try new situations, leading to significant isolation and avoidance of social interactions.

Meet Sylvia

Case Study

👋 **About Your Client**

Sylvia is a somewhat high-strung young woman who is concerned with how people see her. She has an uncontrollable habit of pulling out her eyelashes and eyebrows and was recently laid off from a job, and she suspects her condition may have played a role in it.

Delirium

What's Your Diagnosis?

👋 **About Your Client**

Emmanuel is a typically rock-solid and grounded individual who has recently been exhibiting strange behaviors. Despite his stable job and happy marriage, Emmanuel's sudden confusion, memory lapses, and erratic actions have left his husband deeply concerned.

Meet Katrina

Case Study

👋 **About Your Client**

Katrina once thrived on stability and dependability but has been struggling with unpredictable mood fluctuations for the past few years. These ups and downs, ranging from mild depression to an overly energetic state, have left her feeling out of control and uncertain about her future.

Learning Diagnosis: Tourette’s Disorder

👋 **About Your Client**

After being abandoned by his mother, Carl's early childhood was marked by involuntary movements and vocalizations that evolved into uncontrollable verbal outbursts. Now, as a teenager, Carl lives with his grandmother. Despite excelling at school and receiving good grades, his involuntary tics interrupt his education and social life.

Learning Diagnosis: Trichotillomania (Hair-Pulling Disorder)

👋 **About Your Client**

Sylvia recently experienced a layoff from her first job, and she can’t shake the feeling that her habit of pulling out her hair might have been a factor. This behavior, which she struggles to control, has led to noticeable hair loss and has started to impact her self-esteem and social interactions. Despite her efforts to stop, Sylvia finds herself unconsciously pulling out strands throughout the day. 

Meet April

👋 **About Your Client**

April has developed a profound fear of leaving her home, making it impossible for her to participate in everyday activities. Though she once navigated life with caution, her anxiety has escalated to the point where even the thought of stepping outside overwhelms her.

Meet Lou

👋 **About Your Client**

Lou has become increasingly suspicious of those around him, including his wife and coworkers. Lou is convinced that his wife is plotting against him, and he believes his coworkers are trying to sabotage his work.

Learning Diagnosis: Generalized Anxiety Disorder

👋 **About Your Client**

Phillip is grappling with significant stressors, including his wife's chronic illness and concerns about his young son’s behavior. Despite his efforts to remain strong, Phillip finds himself overwhelmed by constant anxiety, affecting both his home and work life.

Meet Stephanie

👋 **About Your Client**

Stephanie has been struggling with overwhelming stress and grief due to her father's terminal illness. Recently, Stephanie has been experiencing episodes where she feels disconnected from herself, as if another person is taking over her actions and decisions. This has left her confused and frightened, especially as she deals with lapses in memory and moments of feeling like an imposter in her own life.

Meet Nia

👋 **About Your Client**

Nia was a confident, happy woman, but she had been struggling with occasional dramatic mood changes. During one of these mood fluctuations, she traveled cross-country and wound up in jail and later a hospital for her erratic and strange behavior.

Major Depressive Disorder, Single and Recurrent Episodes

👋 **About Your Client**

Camila has been experiencing profound and unrelenting depression. Once a dependable wife and mother, Camila now finds herself unable to sleep, eat, or engage in daily activities, leaving her feeling disconnected and hopeless.

Dependent Personality Disorder

👋 **About Your Client**

Rhonda struggles with making decisions without excessive reassurance from others and feels uncomfortable being alone. Rhonda often goes to great lengths to obtain support and approval from those around her.

Meet Camila

👋 **About Your Client**

Camila has been experiencing profound and unrelenting depression. Once a dependable wife and mother, Camila now finds herself unable to sleep, eat, or engage in daily activities, leaving her feeling disconnected and hopeless.

Learning Diagnosis: Narcissistic Personality Disorder

👋 **About Your Client**

Aliyah has a strong need for admiration and tends to exaggerate her achievements and talents. She often feels entitled to special treatment and can become envious or dismissive of others' successes.

Schizotypal Personality Disorder

👋 **About Your Client**

Ken experiences significant discomfort in social settings and has a unique perspective on reality, often perceiving things others do not. Ken's odd mannerisms and beliefs make it difficult for him to connect with others, leading to a solitary and anxious life.

Intermittent Explosive Disorder

👋 **About Your Client**

Sean has been struggling with uncontrollable outbursts of anger. Sean's temper flares up suddenly and intensely, often leading to aggressive actions that he later regrets. Despite his efforts to stay calm, Sean finds himself unable to control his reactions when provoked.

Panic Disorder

👋 **About Your Client**

Dennis has been experiencing recurrent panic attacks that leave him convinced he's having a heart attack. Despite doctors assuring him otherwise, the intense physical symptoms and fear continue to overwhelm him, affecting his daily life.

Delusional Disorder

👋 **About Your Client**

Kira became fixated on a man she met at a conference. Despite limited interaction, Kira believed there was a strong connection between them and went to great lengths, including traveling across the country, to see him. Her actions led to legal troubles and a restraining order.

Learning Diagnosis: Bipolar II Disorder

👋 **About Your Client**

Bill was once a high-achieving and well-liked young man but now struggles with unpredictable mood changes. Bill experiences periods of intense depression, leaving him exhausted and unmotivated, followed by bursts of high energy and confidence that disrupt his life and relationships.

Meet Teri

👋 **About Your Client**

Teri is extremely shy and fearful of criticism. Teri longs for relationships but is too afraid of humiliation to try new situations, leading to significant isolation and avoidance of social interactions.

Learning Diagnosis: Borderline Personality Disorder

👋 **About Your Client**

Angela struggles with intense emotions and fears of abandonment, leading to unstable relationships. Angela's need for constant reassurance and her impulsive actions often drive people away, leaving her feeling empty and rejected.

Meet Phillip

👋 **About Your Client**

Phillip is grappling with significant stressors, including his wife's chronic illness and concerns about his young son’s behavior. Despite his efforts to remain strong, Phillip finds himself overwhelmed by constant anxiety, affecting both his home and work life.

Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia)

👋 **About Your Client**

Amrita has been feeling persistently low and struggling with recurring sadness for as long as she can remember. Despite having a stable job and once being in a promising relationship, her ongoing low mood and depression have led to significant challenges, including a recent breakup and an unexpected pregnancy.

Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder

👋 **About Your Client**

Kevin is a nine-year-old who has been struggling with intense anger and frustration. Kevin's frequent outbursts and confrontations have made everyday life challenging for him and his mother, Angela, who is seeking help to understand and manage his behavior.

Meet Brent

👋 **About Your Client**

Brent is a 16-year-old who has been grappling with intense anger and a pattern of destructive behavior. Brent's actions include skipping school, starting fires, getting into fights, and fantasizing about violent scenarios, causing significant concern among those around him.

Avoidant Personality Disorder

👋 **About Your Client**

Teri is extremely shy and fearful of criticism. Teri longs for relationships but is too afraid of humiliation to try new situations, leading to significant isolation and avoidance of social interactions.

Learning Diagnosis: Conduct Disorder

👋 **About Your Client**

Brent is a 16-year-old who has been grappling with intense anger and a pattern of destructive behavior. Brent's actions include skipping school, starting fires, getting into fights, and fantasizing about violent scenarios, causing significant concern among those around him.

Cyclothymic Disorder

👋 **About Your Client**

Katrina once thrived on stability and dependability but has been struggling with unpredictable mood fluctuations for the past few years. These ups and downs, ranging from mild depression to an overly energetic state, have left her feeling out of control and uncertain about her future.

Depressive Disorder Due to Another Medical Condition

👋 **About Your Client**

Kristen always considered herself a positive person but recently has been struggling with depression linked to her Huntington’s diagnosis. Despite having a loving family and a job she enjoys, Kristen feels an overwhelming sense of hopelessness and struggles to find joy in her daily life.

Learning Diagnosis: Separation Anxiety Disorder

👋 **About Your Client**

Marty has been struggling with intense anxiety when separated from his parents. Marty moved back home after dropping out of college due to overwhelming feelings of fear and distress. Now, he experiences severe anxiety even when apart from his parents for short periods.

Meet Malcolm

👋 **About Your Client**

Malcolm prefers to be alone and finds social interactions draining and uninteresting. Despite his mother's concerns about his detachment and lack of emotional expression, Malcolm feels content with his solitary lifestyle and sees no need to change.

Learning Diagnosis: Schizophrenia

👋 **About Your Client**

Tyler started hearing voices about a year ago. These voices constantly tell him to distrust others and warn him of conspiracies and deceit around him. Once a reliable customer service representative, Tyler now struggles to distinguish between reality and his delusions, causing significant disruption in his life.

Meet Sheryl

👋 **About Your Client**

Sheryl experienced a bewildering episode where she heard voices coming from the pipes in her home. Sheryl became convinced that her house was connected to a hidden communication system, leading her to shut off all the power and spend nights searching for the source of these voices.

Meet Aaron

👋 **About Your Client**

Aaron deals with a severe phobia of blood. Aaron's fear is so intense that he avoids doctors, dentists, and even daily activities that might expose him to blood, leading to significant distress in his life.

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

👋 **About Your Client**

Katie is a 12-year-old who struggles with staying focused and completing tasks. Her teachers and parents have noted that she often loses track of what she is doing and gets distracted easily, which has affected her performance in school and at home.

Learning Diagnosis: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

👋 **About Your Client**

Maria once embraced life with a sense of fun and adventure, but now finds herself constantly fearful and hypervigilant after a traumatic attack. This event has left her unable to sleep, struggling with flashbacks, and feeling disconnected from her former self.

Brief Psychotic Disorder

👋 **About Your Client**

Henry, a dependable employee, recently experienced a sudden episode of intense paranoia and delusions. Henry believed he was receiving secret messages in emails, leading to a confrontation at work and a temporary leave. Although his symptoms subsided, the experience left him confused and worried about his mental health.

Learning Diagnosis: Schizoid Personality Disorder

👋 **About Your Client**

Malcolm prefers to be alone and finds social interactions draining and uninteresting. Despite his mother's concerns about his detachment and lack of emotional expression, Malcolm feels content with his solitary lifestyle and sees no need to change.