June 15, 2021
As the world begins to open again and safety guidelines are changing, many individuals continue to struggle with depression and anxiety related to the COVID-19 Pandemic. During the last few months, one of the phrases that I have heard often is “I shouldn’t feel so... more »June 3, 2021
After hours of reading more than 70 poems submitted to the first-ever MindPath Poetry Contest and having to make numerous hard decisions, Dr. Venkata Jonnalagadda – our final round poetry judge – narrowed down the list to 6 wonderful poems. The six winning... more »May 25, 2021
As a therapist, my passion and purpose is found in supporting individuals struggling with depression and hopelessness. Personally, I was impacted by depression as a pre-teen when a close family friend completed suicide the week before Christmas. The immediate feelings... more »May 11, 2021
As a therapist, no matter what the presenting problem seems to be for a patient who’s a parent, it is inevitable that parenting difficulties eventually come up in session. Parenting is hard. It feels hard because it is hard. Raising a well-adjusted human being... more »April 26, 2021
2020 saw the rise of COVID-19 and stay-at-home orders, and along with those came the rise of meeting virtually. Whether it has been a meeting with coworkers, catching-up with friends, an online family reunion, or meeting with a medical professional, folks have spent a... more »April 12, 2021
The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines the word Resilience as “an ability to recover from or adjust easily to misfortune or change.” In regard to mental health, psychological resilience is seen as the ability to adapt well when experiencing adversity, trauma, or other... more »April 5, 2021
As a therapist, no matter what the presenting problem seems to be for a patient – if they’re a parent, it is inevitable that parenting difficulties eventually come up in session. Parenting is hard. It feels hard because it is hard. Raising a well-adjusted human... more »March 30, 2021
The importance of mental and behavioral health is progressively being recognized more and more. Health insurance companies are beginning to provide coverage to those who are seeking help in behavioral health. According to HealthCare.gov, mental health services are now... more »March 17, 2021
For many individuals experiencing symptoms of anxiety, it can be helpful to provide some explanation of the parts of the brain that play a role in anxious responses. Many individuals voice frustration about their anxiety experience, stating “Why do I even react like... more »March 4, 2021
Let’s paint a scenario: It’s your third session with your therapist. They’re wonderful and offer great advice, but something just doesn’t seem right. You feel like they’re holding back or maybe you’re holding back. You’re nervous to delve into your emotions and... more »February 23, 2021
The world’s scientists have spent decades attempting to crack the mysteries of how and why we sleep. Nowadays, sleep research is an essential field within the health and wellness sector, and for good reason. It’s a well-established fact that we need enough sleep each... more »February 11, 2021
“ChefNurse” Ellen Minier teaches us a wonderful and easy triple chocolate cookie recipe for this Valentine’s Day. Triple Chocolate Cookies Ingredients: 4 oz 70% dark chocolate, broken into small peices 6 Tablespoons Ghee (clarified... more »
Tropical Storm Isaias is headed towards the Carolinas. Please note that we plan to be open for appointments; however, be aware that power outages may be widespread which may impact telehealth and other appointments. We may not know until the last minute in all of our locations on Tuesday. Please be patient. We will waive missed appointment charges on Tuesday, August 4th in light of complications from the weather. If you and your provider are unable to connect, we will reach out to reschedule your appointment as soon as possible.
