How to Combat Seasonal Affective Disorder Have you ever noticed that your mood shifts when the seasons change? For some, the arrival of winter or summer can trigger more than just a change in wardrobe-it can lead to Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a form of…
The Mental Health Benefits of Getting Outside Did you know that spending time outdoors can significantly benefit your mental health? Let’s explore how connecting with nature can improve your well-being. Emotional Well-Being Stress Relief: Just being in nature can lower your blood pressure and heart…
Living Out Our Values, Part 2: Belief in the Dignity and Worth of All People At Bellaire Family Counseling, one of our foundational values is a belief in the dignity and worth of all people. It’s a concept that transcends mere semantics, touching the very…
Sometimes ocd looks exactly like you would expect ocd to look–in adults and in children. But sometimes it can be a little trickier to recognize. Excessive reassurance seeking from trusted adults can be one of the first signs of OCD in children. It makes so…
Living Out Our Values Series, Part 1 In this series, we share insight directly from our therapists about what each of our Company Values means to them and how they are played out in our work. Value 1: Mental Health Care is Valuable and Has…
What specific training have you had in treating OCD? In addition to my coursework in graduate school, I went through a year and a half training program with Mclean OCD institute of TX, one of the premiere residential facilities for treating OCD. Have training in…