by Mona Virk | Jun 8, 2026 | ADHD, Anxiety, Culture & Family Challenges, Depression, Grief/Loss, Life Transitions, Self Esteem & Emotional Balance, Trauma & Intergenerational Trauma
Understanding the Cultural and Systemic Barriers to Diagnosis Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a well-studied condition that includes symptoms like inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. Still, many people from South Asian, East Asian, and... 
by Mona Virk | Mar 10, 2026 | Anxiety, Chronic Pain, Culture & Family Challenges, Depression, Grief/Loss, Life Transitions, Parenting/Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem & Emotional Balance, Trauma & Intergenerational Trauma, Women's Experiences
Understanding Stress Everyone feels stress now and then. It might come from a work or school deadline, a medical procedure, a presentation, or a job interview, the list goes on. Stress is a normal reaction to challenges, and our bodies are built to handle it. You... 
by Mona Virk | Feb 17, 2026 | Anxiety, Culture & Family Challenges, Depression, Grief/Loss, Life Transitions, Parenting/Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem & Emotional Balance
In February, the days are short, the holidays are long gone, and the world around us often focuses on love and relationships. So, let’s pivot; it may be an ideal time to strengthen your relationship with your emotional world. At The Next Chapter Psychotherapy... 
by Mona Virk | Jan 13, 2026 | Anxiety, Depression, Life Transitions, Self Esteem & Emotional Balance
The holidays are over, and as soon as January begins, we are bombarded with content telling us to create a “new version” of ourselves. It’s essential to recognize that feeling overwhelmed by this common message is entirely normal. Many of us face... 
by Mona Virk | Dec 3, 2025 | Anxiety, Culture & Family Challenges, Depression, Grief/Loss, Life Transitions, Parenting/Relationship Challenges, Self Esteem & Emotional Balance
December is here! The malls are full of shoppers hustling and bustling to buy gifts for loved ones on their lists, and the restaurants are full of laughter, dates, and get-togethers as friends and family connect and celebrate the season. Some of our homes are... 
by Mona Virk | Nov 11, 2025 | Anxiety, Culture & Family Challenges, Depression, Life Transitions, Self Esteem & Emotional Balance
A sense of belonging is an essential human need. In today’s world, it is easy to feel alone and isolated from others. After the pandemic, many of our day-to-day activities can be done from the comfort of our homes, from grocery shopping to work to attending...