Finding Balance and Understanding ADHD and Depression Through Counseling in Washington

As the seasons shift, so do we. October brings a moment to pause and reflect on how we’re really doing—emotionally, mentally, and even physically. For many people, this month can highlight two experiences that are often misunderstood yet deeply connected to everyday life: ADHD and depression.

At Circle in a Square Counseling, we provide virtual therapy for individuals, teens, and families across Washington State, helping people navigate challenges like focus, motivation, and emotional overwhelm with compassion and understanding.

Why October Is a Time to Reflect

October is recognized as both ADHD Awareness Month and Depression Awareness Month—a reminder that mental health is not one-size-fits-all. For many Washingtonians, this month offers an opportunity to explore how the mind and body work together and to reach out for support that truly understands your experience.

Whether you’re in Seattle, Tacoma, Spokane, Vancouver, Olympia, or anywhere across Washington, accessible and affirming therapy can make a real difference.

Understanding ADHD with Compassion

ADHD, or Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, affects how the brain manages attention, energy, and emotion. For some, it’s a whirlwind of thoughts and creative bursts that can feel impossible to organize. For others, it's a quiet distraction or a constant sense of being “behind.”

ADHD can look like:

• Forgetting appointments or losing focus mid-task

• Feeling overstimulated or emotionally reactive

• Struggling to stay consistent despite good intentions

• High creativity paired with periods of burnout

  
  

When ADHD is misunderstood, it can lead to self-blame or shame. But when it’s seen for what it really is—a different way of processing the world—it opens the door for self-acceptance. In therapy, we help clients explore how their brains work and build supportive structures that fit them, not the other way around.

At Circle in a Square, our Washington-based therapists specialize in helping clients develop practical tools that align with their values and unique strengths.

Understanding the Many Faces of Depression

Depression isn’t always obvious. It can be quiet, hidden beneath busyness or humor. It can look like exhaustion, irritability, or simply losing interest in the things that once brought joy.

Some people describe depression as feeling disconnected from life, while others feel weighed down by expectations or invisible to those around them. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, nearly one in five adults in the U.S. experiences a mental health condition each year—and depression remains one of the most common.

In virtual counseling sessions across Washington State, we help clients unpack the emotional and physical weight of depression, explore root causes, and rediscover hope through meaningful, realistic steps toward healing.

When ADHD and Depression Intersect

ADHD and depression often overlap. Difficulty focusing or meeting expectations can lead to guilt or frustration, while depressive symptoms can make concentration and motivation even harder. The two can fuel each other—but understanding this connection can break the cycle.

Through online therapy available anywhere in Washington, our clinicians help clients identify emotional patterns, strengthen resilience, and replace self-criticism with compassion. It’s not about “fixing” who you are—it’s about finding ways to work with your brain, not against it.

How Counseling Supports Whole-Person Healing

Therapy creates space to slow down, understand yourself more deeply, and build tools that fit your life. At Circle in a Square Counseling, our team provides virtual therapy across Washington State, offering inclusive, affirming care for adults, teens, and families navigating life’s complexities.

Our therapists can help you:

• Create sustainable routines that reduce overwhelm

• Learn coping strategies for focus and emotional balance

• Strengthen self-awareness and self-compassion

• Reconnect with purpose and relationships

• Explore your identity and lived experiences safely

You don’t have to have the right words or the perfect plan. You just have to start—with curiosity, care, and support that truly gets you.

You Deserve Care That Feels Human

Whether you’re living with ADHD, managing depression, or trying to make sense of both, you deserve care that meets you where you are.

At Circle in a Square Counseling, we offer virtual counseling throughout Washington State, including Seattle, Tacoma, Spokane, Olympia, Bellingham, and Vancouver, making therapy more accessible for individuals and families.

Schedule a free consultation to connect with a therapist who understands your story—and supports your growth, one step at a time.