<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Jared Dubbs Counselling — Blog</title><description>Articles on ADHD, autism, LGBTQ+ identity, emotional regulation, and mental health from a counsellor in Central Hong Kong.</description><link>https://jareddubbs.com/</link><language>en-HK</language><item><title>LGBTQ+ Couples: The Freedom of Defining Your Own Relationship</title><link>https://jareddubbs.com/blog/lgbtq-couples-defining-relationship/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://jareddubbs.com/blog/lgbtq-couples-defining-relationship/</guid><description>Without a traditional template, LGBTQ+ couples get to build their own. That freedom is powerful — here&apos;s how to make the most of it.</description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>LGBTQ+</category></item><item><title>Forging Your Own Path: The Strength of Being Unapologetically Yourself</title><link>https://jareddubbs.com/blog/lgbtq-empowerment-your-path/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://jareddubbs.com/blog/lgbtq-empowerment-your-path/</guid><description>Being LGBTQ+ takes courage. Therapy isn&apos;t about fixing you — it&apos;s about building on the bravery you&apos;ve already shown.</description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>LGBTQ+</category></item><item><title>ASD &amp; Careers: Why Neurodivergent Traits Are Professional Strengths</title><link>https://jareddubbs.com/blog/asd-careers-neurodivergent-strengths/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://jareddubbs.com/blog/asd-careers-neurodivergent-strengths/</guid><description>Autistic traits like deep focus, pattern recognition, and direct communication aren&apos;t just tolerated in certain careers — they&apos;re exactly what&apos;s needed.</description><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>ASD &amp; Autism</category></item><item><title>ASD &amp; Teens: Why University Isn&apos;t the Only Path Forward</title><link>https://jareddubbs.com/blog/asd-teens-beyond-university/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://jareddubbs.com/blog/asd-teens-beyond-university/</guid><description>Not every teenager thrives in traditional education. For autistic teens, exploring alternatives to university can be the smartest move.</description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>ASD &amp; Autism</category></item><item><title>Autism as a User Guide: Understanding How You Operate</title><link>https://jareddubbs.com/blog/asd-user-guide-not-a-fix/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://jareddubbs.com/blog/asd-user-guide-not-a-fix/</guid><description>Autism isn&apos;t something to fix. It&apos;s something to understand. How reframing ASD as a &apos;user guide&apos; helps you thrive as yourself.</description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>ASD &amp; Autism</category></item><item><title>The Complete Guide to ADHD in Adults</title><link>https://jareddubbs.com/blog/adhd-complete-guide/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://jareddubbs.com/blog/adhd-complete-guide/</guid><description>Everything you need to know about adult ADHD — symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and how therapy can help you thrive in Hong Kong.</description><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>ADHD</category></item><item><title>What Is DBT? A Complete Guide to Dialectical Behaviour Therapy</title><link>https://jareddubbs.com/blog/what-is-dbt/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://jareddubbs.com/blog/what-is-dbt/</guid><description>A comprehensive guide to DBT therapy — what it is, how it works, who it helps, and what to expect from a DBT programme.</description><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>DBT</category></item><item><title>ADHD vs Anxiety: How to Tell the Difference</title><link>https://jareddubbs.com/blog/adhd-vs-anxiety/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://jareddubbs.com/blog/adhd-vs-anxiety/</guid><description>ADHD and anxiety share many symptoms. Learn how to tell them apart and why getting the right answer matters for treatment.</description><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>ADHD</category></item><item><title>DBT Distress Tolerance Skills You Can Use Today</title><link>https://jareddubbs.com/blog/dbt-distress-tolerance/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://jareddubbs.com/blog/dbt-distress-tolerance/</guid><description>Practical DBT distress tolerance techniques you can start using immediately when emotions feel overwhelming.</description><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>DBT</category></item><item><title>ADHD and Relationships: Why Your Partner Doesn&apos;t Understand</title><link>https://jareddubbs.com/blog/adhd-relationships/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://jareddubbs.com/blog/adhd-relationships/</guid><description>How ADHD affects relationships and what couples can do to bridge the gap. Practical advice from a therapist with ADHD lived experience.</description><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>ADHD</category></item><item><title>Executive Dysfunction: Why You Can&apos;t Just &apos;Try Harder&apos;</title><link>https://jareddubbs.com/blog/executive-dysfunction/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://jareddubbs.com/blog/executive-dysfunction/</guid><description>Executive dysfunction makes simple tasks feel impossible. Learn what&apos;s really happening in your brain and what actually helps.</description><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>ADHD</category></item><item><title>How DBT Helps with Emotional Dysregulation</title><link>https://jareddubbs.com/blog/dbt-emotional-dysregulation/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://jareddubbs.com/blog/dbt-emotional-dysregulation/</guid><description>If your emotions feel too intense, too fast, or too unpredictable, DBT offers practical skills to regain control.</description><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>DBT</category></item><item><title>Living with ADHD in Hong Kong: Finding Support</title><link>https://jareddubbs.com/blog/adhd-hong-kong/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://jareddubbs.com/blog/adhd-hong-kong/</guid><description>Navigating ADHD in Hong Kong&apos;s high-pressure environment. Resources, challenges, and how to find the right support.</description><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>ADHD</category></item><item><title>DBT vs CBT: Which Therapy Is Right for You?</title><link>https://jareddubbs.com/blog/dbt-vs-cbt/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://jareddubbs.com/blog/dbt-vs-cbt/</guid><description>A clear comparison of DBT and CBT — how they differ, what each is best for, and how to choose the right approach.</description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>DBT</category></item><item><title>Radical Acceptance: The DBT Skill That Changes Everything</title><link>https://jareddubbs.com/blog/radical-acceptance/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://jareddubbs.com/blog/radical-acceptance/</guid><description>Radical acceptance is one of DBT&apos;s most powerful skills. Learn what it is, what it isn&apos;t, and how to practise it.</description><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>DBT</category></item><item><title>How to Know If You Need Therapy (And How to Start)</title><link>https://jareddubbs.com/blog/do-i-need-therapy/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://jareddubbs.com/blog/do-i-need-therapy/</guid><description>Not sure if therapy is right for you? Here&apos;s how to tell, what to expect, and how to take the first step.</description><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Therapy &amp; Wellbeing</category></item><item><title>What to Expect in Your First Therapy Session</title><link>https://jareddubbs.com/blog/first-therapy-session/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://jareddubbs.com/blog/first-therapy-session/</guid><description>Nervous about your first therapy session? Here&apos;s exactly what happens, what to bring, and how to prepare.</description><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Therapy &amp; Wellbeing</category></item><item><title>Managing Anxiety in Hong Kong&apos;s High-Pressure Environment</title><link>https://jareddubbs.com/blog/anxiety-hong-kong/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://jareddubbs.com/blog/anxiety-hong-kong/</guid><description>Practical strategies for managing anxiety in Hong Kong&apos;s demanding culture. From workplace stress to social pressure.</description><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Anxiety &amp; Depression</category></item><item><title>Therapy for LGBTQ+ Individuals: Finding an Affirming Therapist in HK</title><link>https://jareddubbs.com/blog/lgbtq-therapy-hk/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://jareddubbs.com/blog/lgbtq-therapy-hk/</guid><description>What LGBTQ+ affirming therapy looks like, why it matters, and how to find the right therapist in Hong Kong.</description><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Therapy &amp; Wellbeing</category></item><item><title>The Science Behind Why Therapy Works</title><link>https://jareddubbs.com/blog/why-therapy-works/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://jareddubbs.com/blog/why-therapy-works/</guid><description>What happens in your brain during therapy? The neuroscience and research behind why talking to a therapist actually changes things.</description><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>Therapy &amp; Wellbeing</category></item></channel></rss>