Telehealth Services for Mental Health
What are Telehealth Services for Mental Health? Telehealth services are a great way for people to get the treatment they need from the comfort of their homes. Since communication has advanced so rapidly thanks to the interne t, remotely accessing care has never been easier. More patients than ever before are taking advantage of the […]
When is Anxiety Too High?
When Are Different Levels of Anxiety Too High In an Individual? Confronting anxiety is a part of life for everyone. Whether it’s starting a new job or entering new social situations, most people will have to deal with the occasional bout of jitters or insecurity. However, some people may be dealing with extreme anxiety, which […]
What is Plant Therapy?
Plant Therapy and Its Benefits As a holistic treatment center, Marriage and Family Services understands that sometimes patients need to combine different methods of therapy to overcome their mental and personal battles. Long before modern medicine was developed, people had been using holistic treatments, and its positive effects could be enhanced by combining professional care […]
Should My Child Play a Musical Instrument: The Benefits of Music on Mental Health
Adolescence is an amazing time of growth and development, and many different activities can promote these both physically and mentally. Music is one of these activities. You, like many, may have had the experience of being forced to take piano lessons as a child. While you may not have appreciated these lessons at the time, […]
Signs Your Child May Be Struggling in School
School can be a stressful time for children. With the recent pandemic, many children have been away from the classroom for a year or even more. Transitioning can be tough, and when children return to school, it can be more challenging for a parent to know the extent of how they are doing during school […]
Signs of a Bullied Child
With the new school year approaching, it can be a time for your child that causes nervousness. Entering a new grade, or for some, a new school, can be a stressful experience. While we know the innocence of children, we are also all too aware that bullying, name-calling, and picking on certain children does happen, […]
How to Support Your Teen During College Applications
As junior and senior years of high school approach for some students, the exciting and stressful process of college applications approaches as well. Every parent wants the best for their children. For some children, the best means attending a university that is right for them and their future. The journey that begins after high school […]
The Best Mental Health Podcasts
Ever catch yourself listening to your favorite playlist just to feel understood, but soon get tired of hearing the same songs on repeat? Or maybe you’re trying to understand the mental illness you, your significant other or best friend lives with, but the endless articles are becoming monotonous. Perhaps it’s time to dive into […]
Is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Right for Me?
The medical field continues to evolve with new techniques to treat a wide variety of disabilities, illnesses and other health issues. Mental health is making its way to the forefront. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a widely used course of treatment for mental illnesses and stress management in a form of psychotherapy. CBT, in conjunction […]
A Healthy Dose of Distance
The Roman poet Sextus wrote, “Absence makes the heart grow fonder.” As we round the corner on a year since quarantine began, many of us can relate to this proverb. If prolonged contact with loved ones has tested your relationships, know that you are not alone. Distance in relationships, both physical and emotional, are […]