Mental health is a vital aspect of our overall well-being, and it is essential to prioritize it. Unfortunately, many people struggle with mental health issues, and one area that has gained significant attention in recent years is trauma responses. Trauma responses are instinctive and automatic reactions to overwhelming and traumatic events. They are designed to […]
To be honest… most people would rather talk about almost anything else, such as seeing their gynecologist, religious leader, dentist, or even their ex before fessing up to seeing a therapist. Many of my patients report that seeking my assistance evokes feelings of embarrassment, shame, or weakness – and will even whisper when they begin […]
Do You or a Loved One Suffer from Depression and Anxiety? At Valenta, we understand the pain of living with depression and anxiety. That’s why we’ve designed our Intensive Outpatient Depression & Anxiety Recovery Program to help adults and adolescents find relief and recovery. The program is based on the latest research on depression and […]
Have you ever wondered what that really means? Have you had a therapist tell you to ‘own your feelings’ but weren’t clear on how to do that or what that looked like? You’re not alone if you’ve felt confused about that! Here are some ideas to help you gain some clarity and understanding on this […]
Many COVID-19 survivors are at greater risk of developing mental illness, psychiatrists said on Monday after a large study found 20% of those infected with the coronavirus are diagnosed with a psychiatric disorder within 90 days. Anxiety, depression and insomnia were most common among recovered COVID-19 patients in the study who developed mental health problems. […]
Valenta’s nutritional program encourages patients to reclaim their power to make healthy choices that support their individual goals for eating disorder recovery. The nutrition philosophy at Valenta embodies an “all foods fit” approach that encourages patients to incorporate foods from all food groups. Patients are exposed to an assortment of cuisines, which encourages them to […]
For many people the holidays are a time of joy; for people with eating disorders such as binge eating, bulimia, and anorexia, however, the holidays can bring a tremendous amount of stress, anxiety, and fear. Since most holidays are centered on the subject of food, such events are often anxiety ridden for those with eating […]
Are you concerned that your teenager may be experiencing more than just the normal teenage growing pains? Have you wondered if they may actually be experiencing Depression? Teens with Depression don’t necessarily appear sad. Irritability, anger, and agitation may be the most prominent symptoms. Depression goes beyond moodiness; it is a serious health problem. Fortunately, […]
Do you feel your depression/anxiety affects the quality of your daily life? Valenta is pleased to offer an intensive summer program designed to help you, students and young adults, increase your awareness of emotional, thought, and behavioral patterns that contribute to success. Summer is a great time without school stressors to focus on yourself and […]
At Valenta we support individuals in their mental health recovery. Empowering our youth to reach out and seek the required support is an important first step. The following article talks about the drastic increase in teenage girls who are experiencing depression and anxiety amid pressures due to social media. Psychological distress worsened between 2005 and […]