Autism Spectrum Disorder, or ASD, is a type of neurodivergence that impacts the way individuals interact, communicate, and learn. An estimated 2.21% of the adult population… Read more
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Celebrating 15 Years: An Anniversary Message From Our Founder & CEO, John McGeehan, LCSW
Dear Community, 2024 signifies a profound milestone for our team at The Dorm: 15 years since we first opened our doors and 15 years of fulfilling our mission to support… Read more
What I’ve Learned in My First 6 Months at The Dorm: Part III – Leading Through Research
By Tere Snodgrass, Director of Admissions & Referral Experience In this third installment of my series on my first 6 months at The Dorm, I look… Read more
Signs of OCD in Young Adults: Answers to Your Top 4 Questions
OCD – which stands for obsessive-compulsive disorder – is colloquially used to describe someone who is extremely organized or has very particular habits. As clinicians, we… Read more
Supporting Young Adult Independence After College
It’s no surprise that transitioning from college life to the realm of independent work can be challenging for any young adult. Navigating the unfamiliar terrain of… Read more
What I’ve Learned in My First 6 Months at The Dorm: Part II – The One-of-a-Kind Experience of Community Integration
By Tere Snodgrass, Director of Admissions & Referral Experience In this second installment of my series on the first 6 months at The Dorm, I will… Read more
Tips for Coping with Holiday Stress
The holidays can be a time of conflicting emotions. On one hand, we find ourselves celebrating and exchanging gifts with loved ones. On the other, we… Read more
How Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Can Help Young Adults in College and in Life
With an abundance of evidence-based treatment models, it can be hard to know which one to choose, much less the distinct benefits of each option. Some… Read more
What I’ve Learned in My First 6 Months at The Dorm: Part I – A Robust Clinical Approach
By Tere Snodgrass, Director of Admissions & Referral Experience Six months ago I began a new chapter at The Dorm as the Director of Admissions and… Read more
Measuring The Efficacy of In-Person IOP* Mental Health Treatment vs Virtual IOP Care for Young Adults
Virtual mental health care spiked dramatically in 2020 as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic. It was a vital, non-contact lifeline for many individuals and today… Read more
A Therapist’s Guide to Processing Traumatic Events
In the wake of a traumatic event it’s important to draw upon evidence-based tools that promote safety, support, and mental well-being. In this post, therapist and… Read more
Understanding and Treating Early Psychosis in Young Adults
Early psychosis and first-episode psychotic events can be frightening, confusing, and stressful — for the person experiencing it as well as their family members and loved… Read more
Is Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Treatable in Young Adults?
The twenty-something years can be both an exciting but tumultuous phase of life characterized by intense self-discovery, uncertainty, critical decision-making, and identity-exploration. Amidst this whirlwind of… Read more
How We Support Young Adults Experiencing Suicidal Ideation in Treatment
Content Note: This article explores topics of suicide and suicidal ideation. Help is always available. Dial 988 if you are experiencing suicidal thoughts or need help… Read more
Supporting Students through the Freshman Year Blues and “Mid-Semester Slump”
Students and their families expect the first weeks of college to be full of highs and lows. There is the excitement of having more freedom and… Read more
Case Study: One Client’s Confident Return to College After a Medical Leave of Absence
Returning to college after a medical leave of absence can be nerve-wracking, but with the right support in place, it can also mark the beginning of… Read more
How Students with Executive Dysfunction Can Build Skills and Thrive in College (& Beyond)
We all lose our keys or phones from time to time, run late for an appointment, or underestimate how long a task will take. But for… Read more
Social Skills Therapy: How Treatment Can Help Young Adults Build Lifelong Connection
We are all born social beings – connection is an integral part of our human experience. But just as we all have different talents and skills… Read more
The Dorm Statement on the Supreme Court Ruling Limiting LGBTQ+ Rights in Creative LLC v. Elenis Case
June 30, 2023 – Today, our hearts are heavy as we see news of The Supreme Court ruling in favor of a Christian web designer in… Read more
The Dorm Statement on the Supreme Court Affirmative Action Decision
June 30, 2023 Yesterday, the Supreme Court overturned more than fifty years of precedent by ruling that affirmative action in college admissions is now unconstitutional. As… Read more