Suboxone is a brand name for a medication that is employed to treat opioid addiction. The two main ingredients in the drug are buprenorphine and naloxone that work together to address withdrawal symptoms and reduce the risk of overdosing on opioids. While Suboxone can be effective in helping individuals manage their addiction, it is crucial…
ARFID and the Body At Healing Roots Wellness Center, we frequently observe that many individuals we see fall under the diagnosis of ARFID rather than more conventional eating disorders such as Anorexia or Bulimia. ARFID, or Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder, is a relatively new diagnosis that was added to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of…
Empower Yourself: Effective Strategies for Managing Depression Depression is a serious mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. While it can feel overwhelming, there are several effective strategies for managing depression. In this blog post, we will explore some tips and tricks for managing depression. Seek Professional Help The first step in managing…
Empowering Yourself to Overcome Anxiety: Proven Techniques to Soothe Your Mind and Ease Your Worries Anxiety is a mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It can cause feelings of worry, nervousness, and fear, which can be debilitating and prevent individuals from living their best life. However, there are many exercises that can…
Anyone who is a parent can attest to the difficulties of being a parent. There are moments of joy, challenges, outright frustrations, and a million questions of uncertainty. Unfortunately, kids aren’t born with a manual but parenting coaching comes close to that. First, let me address the obvious question here: what is parenting coaching? Parenting…
When I started my career as a therapist, my reasoning was personal. I wanted to learn how to heal myself. With a history of childhood anxiety, I had experienced years of unexplained stomach pains, headaches, and throat problems, that no doctors could quite understand. I had already enjoyed a successful career in entertainment, but something…
Bringing a new baby into the world can be a magical and joyful experience but it can also be overwhelming and stressful. Despite all the stress, one of the most important things you can do for your baby in these early days is to build the foundation for a strong attachment. Attachment is the bond…
If you’re even reading this blog post, odds are you have a good enough understanding that trauma comes in various shapes and forms. In this blog, learn a little bit more about the similarities and differences between PTSD and C-PTSD. PTSD vs. Complex PTSD Trauma can cause two forms of the same psychological concern, complex…
I was devastated for months when I lost my childhood dog, Hershey. Pets are not just animals; they are family members who bring joy, companionship, and comfort. Losing a pet can be one of the most challenging experiences of our lives. The grieving process after losing a pet can be a long and challenging journey….
Tired of diet talk? Unfortunately, it probably isn’t going anywhere. We live in a society that thrives on making people feel bad about themselves. Research shows that nearly half of American teenagers are actively trying to lose weight. Another study found that the average adult tries a staggering 126 diets during a lifetime. These numbers paint such a bleak story about…