Choosing a therapist is an important decision and can have a significant impact on the success of therapy. With so many different types of therapists and approaches to therapy, it can be overwhelming to know what to look for and what is important. In [...]

Mental illness is a prevalent and widespread issue that affects people of all ages, backgrounds and socioeconomic status. According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), approximately one in five adults in the United States (equivalent [...]

As many states begin to legalize the recreational and medical use of marijuana, studies have shown that there is an increase in paranoia, schizophrenia and psychosis amongst marijuana-users. According to the American Journal of Emergency Medicine, [...]

There are screens everywhere we look — including where you are reading this article — and many times we are unaware of the toll it takes on people’s mental health and the consequences of screen time on brain development and the body’s ability [...]

. Substance Use Disorder effects individuals in many ways that society is aware of and working to put action towards, like mental health services and detox/residential services. However, many times, other aspects of addiction are not recognized until [...]

Have you ever been told to just “suck it up” when you are feeling sad, depressed, or anxious? It can be difficult to know when these feelings become so extreme that it is interfering with your daily wellness. Those suffering with a mood disorder [...]

It can be difficult to be apart from family and loved ones while in inpatient care, but there are ways to support our loved ones while in treatment….What Can I Do to Help?…This may be one of the most difficult times in their life and they [...]

When you think about the children in your life, you may not necessarily think about their mental health — especially when it comes to young children ages 5-12. However, it is important to be mindful of their mental health as it affects all [...]

Fear of the unknown can make it difficult to seek help for mental health issues, especially with the negative way mental health facilities are portrayed on television and in movies — but you shouldn’t worry. This “Hollywood” stigma [...]

The pandemic has changed the world we live in in many ways most significantly affecting our children. During the pandemic kids were forced to stay home, away from school, friends and public places. Playgrounds were closed and play dates became a [...]