by holly houston | Jan 21, 2018 | Uncategorized
There is an increasing body of research connecting nutrition to mental health. Here are some of the nutritional recommendations resulting from that research. Vitamin D is important for the brain, heart and circulation, immunity, bone, muscle, lung, joints, kidneys,...
by holly houston | Sep 13, 2017 | Uncategorized
“Learn from yesterday, Live for today, Hope for tomorrow.” -Albert Einstein Living in the present moment is one of the most difficult, yet, most necessary skills for living a contented life. So often we get caught up thinking about the past- either...
by | Jun 15, 2017 | Uncategorized
Mental Health Basics Everyone can benefit from taking good care of themselves by eating right, sleeping enough, getting enough exercise, connecting with others, having structure and routine, and making time for reflection and relaxation. Maintaining or establishing...
by holly houston | Jun 5, 2017 | Uncategorized
The wonders of technology and creative innovation has significantly improved most areas of life with mental health being no exception. Cell phones are now akin to house key – we have them on our person or closely available most of the time. Unlike house keys,...
by Ellen Spiese | May 31, 2017 | Uncategorized
What’s your love language? Have you ever taken the time to think about what love means to you? Gift giving, quality time, words of affirmation, acts of service, physical touch; who knew that there were so many ways that you can feel love? According to Gary...
by | May 3, 2017 | Uncategorized
Are your needs being met in your relationship? Often when I ask my clients “what are your needs in this relationship?” they look at me with a blank face. Most times the response rendered is “I don’t know”. Whether in a committed...
by | Apr 1, 2017 | Uncategorized
While cell phones, tablets and laptops have undeniable benefits, there are trade-offs for the convenience of mobile technology: documented negative effects on health and happiness. Despite their advantages, research indicates that the use of technology, especially...
by | Mar 6, 2017 | Uncategorized
Potassium is a common mineral in our body that helps with just about every bodily function. Potassium is a mineral that is used by the body cells to create an electrical conduction system across the cell membrane. These cell membrane transmissions promote heart...
by | Feb 27, 2017 | Uncategorized
Two years ago, I attended a seminar conducted by Dr. Daniel Amen a psychiatrist, brain image specialist and author, who focuses on brain health. Because there is an increasing body of current research connecting nutrition to mental health, I have decided to...
by practicem | Feb 21, 2017 | Orland park il counselor
Mindfulness. A word that is tossed around a lot these days. But what does it really mean? In a teeny, tiny nutshell, it means to be in contact with the present moment, to be present with only one thing at a time. But how do we do it? Practice. Mindfulness takes...
