Curious about meditation but don’t know where to start? Feeling overwhelmed and looking for additional tools to manage stress? If so, this group is perfect for you! The Meditation Group for Stress and Anxiety is a six-week online group designed to help you utilize meditation to alleviate unnecessary stress in your life. The program consists...Read More
Everly estimates that from 20% to 30% of Americans could benefit from some form of psychological intervention because of the pandemic. He expects those numbers to rise. At the same time, Everly cautions mental health professionals to take care of their own emotional health. The three greatest risks the pandemic brings, says Everly, include burnout...Read More
NUTRITION, HEALTH AND WELLNESS | Feb. 1, 2017 In an article in Parade, psychologist and scientist Matt Killingsworth revealed findings from his Johnnie Walker-backed project, “Joynomics: The Study of Joy and Progress.” According to Killingsworth, the happiest people practice the following: The human need to express gratitude seems to be a powerful and almost universal phenomenon. But why?...Read More
Helping teens deal with stress during the pandemic. Cognitive, behavioral approach with supportive techniques for those experiencing depression and anxiety. Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Read More
Oakland County Suicide Prevention Task Force is offering two ‘Suicide Prevention 101’ virtual trainings in honor of National Suicide Prevention Month in September. The free trainings will be held on Tue., Sept. 22 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and Tues., Sept. 29 from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. and are recommended for anyone 15 years...Read More
An itchy sensation develops on your neck. Your first instinct is to scratch. But instead of reaching for the area, you wait for a second, studying the sensation. Is there another way to manage what you’re feeling? READ MORE Share this:Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Facebook (Opens in...Read More
Janis Haggerty, MS Mindfulness has been a popular subject lately. “The Mindful Revolution” was on the cover of Time Magazine and it is now widely accepted as an important behavioral tool to enhance our ability to cope with our stressful and hectic lives. Research supports mindfulness and meditation as ways to reduce anxiety, depression, and...Read More
Written by: Don Zaksek, PhD, LP As a clinical psychologist who oversees a small practice, I’ve spent many hours over the past few weeks discussing COVID 19. People’s fears, frustration, sadness, loneliness, guilt and shame have been an ever-present topic and remain on the forefront of my mind. Sometimes my friends and family ask if...Read More
