Rocking Chairs in the Therapy Room: A Remarkable Addition to Mental Health Treatment
As a healthcare professional specializing in mental health, I’ve long been aware of the profound impact that seemingly simple practices can have on a person’s well-being. The mental health benefits of using rocking chairs in …
Being Intentional During Tough Times
The current world health pandemic, without a doubt, has had an impact physically, mentally, and emotionally on everyone. Anxiety, uncertainty, and fear has permeated ours lives faster than we were prepared for. Even with the end not …
Staying Sane in the Midst of Chaos
We are in an ambiguous time. Our usual planning for the next several weeks or months in advance has been reduced to the latest Netflix show to watch, book to read, or game to …
Managing Stress During the Pandemic
Last week, I went to the store for my normal grocery run. I knew from social media and friends that I was going to see empty shelves and may not be able to get …
Connection and Depression, Part 1
Serotonin is a neurotransmitter and hormone that is involved in the functioning of multiple organ systems in the body. Commonly, it is known as the happy chemical. There is a strong correlation between low levels …
Is Work Affecting My Mental Health?
Aside from home, work is typically a place where us working adults spend a lot of our time. Because we spend so much time at work, the quality of our environment can play a major …