February 14th, 2018 there was a shooting at a high school in Parkland, Florida. 17 students and staff were injured or killed during the incident. If your child has witnessed violence or known of violence that has occurred they may be dealing with Trauma or Secondary Tr...
Don't get me wrong, I'm happy that we have evolved to including Medical Marijuana as a source for dealing with psychological issues such as depression and anxiety. However, the same way I get on my soap box to emphasize the importance of psychotherapy along with psycho...
What do we do when someone close to us is facing difficulties with their mental wellness? How can you be a source of support? How can you maintain your mental wellness while assisting them?
It is okay if you feel anxious on taking on such a role. Whether you know it or...
The word Chakra originates from Sanskrit and means wheel. Chakras are energy centers within the human body that help to regulate all its processes, from organ function to the immune system and emotions. We can commonly count 7 chakras positioned throughout your body, f...
Hurricane season can be a scary time. It can also be difficult keeping it together for both you and your little ones. Keep in mind these few pointers when preparing for a hurricane.
Stay Calm: If you are anxious, fearful, or panicking, so will your children. It is o...
Depression is a common occurrence, affecting approximately 15.4 million Americans according to (NIMH). There are signs for depression that require you to seek assistance from a professional in addressing your symptoms. Look for 5 or more of the following symptoms that...
Happy Halloween from all of us at Holistic Mental Health Services to you!.
Today is the day that we get a chance to dress up in costumes, be goofy, and celebrate our time with our friends and families. Today we get to put on masks , get into character, and pretend to...
In family therapy, one of the top questions posed is, "Am I [parenting] the right way?" My response is, if you are concerned about how well you are doing, you are definitely on the right track. As much as we would love to have a tell-all parenting book, there is no one...
I would say one of the most common questions I get during an initial session is, "How long is this going to take?". I do not mind it. In fact it gives me an opportunity to assess your comfort level with therapy. How long your process takes, is completely up to the work...
