“Those who contemplate the beauty of the earth find reserves of strength that will endure as long as life lasts. There is something infinitely healing in the repeated refrains of nature–the assurance that dawn comes after night, and spring after winter.” -Rachel Carson Have you ever taken a walk in nature and felt calm, peaceful […]

As a mental health professional specializing in the holistic treatment of anxiety disorders, like panic attacks, OCD and chronic stress I have a unique view on how people experience anxiety. In particular, how important it is to address the causes of anxiety and how to stop it in it’s tracks. Today, I am going to share my […]

Burnout at work is a serious issue and can cause mild to severe symptoms such as depression and a compromised immune system. Some common signs of burnout include: feeling exhausted and fatigued, withdrawal from colleagues, constant negativity or frustration at work, feeling anxious or thinking about work at night or on the weekends, physical problems (such as frequent headaches or stomachaches) and lack of […]

Anxiety is typically accompanied by physical symptoms such as rapid heartbeat, dizziness or upset stomach. Anxiety can and will cause health issues associated with chronic stress such as weak immune system or frequent headaches, but sometimes it’s the headache causing the anxiety. So, how do you know if you have anxiety or a physical health problem? There are medical issues that […]

Anyone who has suffered anxiety or depression knows that mornings can be a tough time. Whether you spent the night tossing and turning with insomnia or awaken suddenly with looming dread, getting out of bed can be a challenge. Many people become plagued with overwhelming negative thoughts which can either leave you feeling paralyzed or […]

Positive reframing is a classic technique used in cognitive behavioral therapy. The premise of this type of thinking is that when you change your thoughts, you change your feelings and actions. Often our thoughts are based on underlying assumptions and patterns of repetition that started at birth.  Mark Twain aptly said, “I’ve had a lot […]

According to the Mayo Health clinic, current research has shown that positve thinking can have many benefits including; increased life span lower rates of depression and anxiety greater resistance to the common cold reduced risk of cardiovasular disease ​better coping skills during hard times The Buddha said “We are what we think. All that we […]

What is stress? We have all heard of the “flight or fight” response, but actually stress starts all in your mind. The reason most scientists have a hard time defining stress, according to the American Institute of Stress, is because it is different for everyone. Stress depends on whether or not you think situations around you […]