Spring cleaning can have positive effects on mental health. Here are a few ways in which spring cleaning can benefit mental health: Reducing stress: Clearing out clutter and organizing spaces can reduce feelings of stress and anxiety. When physical spaces are cluttered, it can be difficult to relax and focus, and can contribute to feelings…
Therapy can be a vital tool for improving the mental and emotional well-being of children and adolescents. At New Horizons Center for Healing, our board-certified child psychiatrists specialize in providing evidence-based therapy to children and adolescents, helping them navigate the challenges they face during this crucial developmental stage. Some of the benefits of therapy for…
Determining whether or not you are in a healthy relationship can be difficult, but there are some signs that can indicate whether or not your relationship is healthy. Here are some things to consider: Communication: In a healthy relationship, both partners should feel comfortable communicating their thoughts, feelings and needs. They should also be able…
Sunrise Meditation & Therapeutic Group Healing is intended to help you remember your inner power by strengthening your connection with nature. “There is nothing outside of yourself, look within, Everything you want is there. You are the vision” -Rumi The events will start with monthly meetings, the second Saturday of each month. (Dates may vary…
Family get-togethers have a reputation for being rife with tension. Surely there’s a way to achieve some much needed peace when your loved ones gather. In this interview, Dr. Amir Abbassi talks through some effective strategies with an eye for economic anxiety in particular.
Childhood trauma is a situation or event that poses an interpreted threat to a child’s life, safety or well-being. Examples include: Death of a loved one Divorce A natural disaster, like a fire, tornado or flood Changing schools or childcare facilities Sexual abuse Physical abuse or neglect Witnessing a violent event Refugee experiences Some common…
Group therapy can be an empowering part of the growth and healing process for individuals in counseling. Not only does it offer consistent, quality time with a licensed professional therapist, but group therapy also affords participants the opportunity to see they are not alone in their struggles. They can be encouraged by the growth and…
Do you ever wonder if your child might need help or professional intervention? While sometimes the inclination is to wait and see how things play out, this can be a dangerous approach. If your gut instinct tells you something isn’t quite right, it can be a huge benefit to your child’s development (and your peace…
Have you ever wondered how exactly you got to the unhappy or emotionally unhealthy place you find yourself? You know, that place where you are full of intense feelings of frustration or anger toward people you genuinely care about. It could be your spouse, your children, or even co-workers. It seems that oftentimes, we start…
The demands on time, money and relationships throughout the holiday season can leave one overcome with anxiety or feelings of being overwhelmed. Below are a few tips to help maintain balance through the holiday season. Make a list of priorities. Before you feel steamrolled by the demands of others (real or perceived demands), make a…