Anxiety affects every aspect of the human experience. I call Anxiety “the guest who wasn’t invited.” Anxiety can feel like a thing with its own thoughts and emotions. It makes me think of those mucus commercials with the cartoon blobs finding fun and laughing at the person’s allergy symptoms while they are sneezing. In any…
I regularly speak with people interested in “feeling happier.” I can’t make someone feel happier. But, I can help them implement research-based methods that will help them feel happier. Feeling more pleasant emotions more frequently and with greater intensity is a common outcome of evidence-based therapies (such as cognitive behavioral therapy or “CBT”). But from…
As a highly sensitive person, you may find it challenging to express your emotions and thoughts, as they may be misconstrued or deemed excessive by others. Consequently, it may pose distinct difficulties for you to manage your relationships, particularly in the following ways: Challenge #1: Unhealthy boundaries. As a highly sensitive individual, you may face…
Have you been exercising, eating right, practicing breathing, and still have a hard time with your anxiety? Does the thought of having a panic attack or a lot of anxiety create an instant dread? What if I told you there was a missing piece that could help manage that anxiety a bit more? Something most…
As someone who has dealt with a chronic disorder for the past two decades, I know firsthand how easy it is to get lost in frustration, hopelessness, and despair. My battle with psoriasis has led me down many dead ends paths, hopelessly looking for a cure for the “incurable disease.” My condition and I have…
As a layperson, one looks at addiction as one-dimensional when in actuality it is a complex process affecting and stemming from various aspects of a person’s life. While mental health is very much stressed on when it comes to addiction, emotional wellness holds just as much importance. It is natural for a SUD sufferer to…
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…