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Medically reviewed by Dr. Ryan House. When you think of depression, you may think of someone lying in bed, unable to convince themselves to get up. This is because the mainstream has decided what depression should look like based mainly on women’s symptoms. Men, however, often express depression symptoms differently, making it difficult to spot. … Read more
Dealing with emotionally abusive borderline relationships can cause many to not recognize the signs of abuse because they feel love or empathy towards the borderline person. Emotional abuse is usually subtle and often we do not know it is occurring. It could be controlling someone’s behavior in passive-aggressive ways, so they feel guilty about going out … Read more
MHCA specializes in the treatment of post-concussion and traumatic brain injury (TBI) related symptoms. A brain injury ranges from a mild concussion, which may not have required hospitalization, to a severe injury that may have resulted in loss of consciousness. A TBI often results from a blow, bump, or jolt to the head from events like car accidents, falls, or sports injuries. … Read more
Red light therapy (RLT), also known as photobiomodulation (PBM) and Near Infrared (NIR) has been shown to enhance mitochondrial function in cells. “Just like plants use sunlight to heal and grow, our body is able to harness specific wavelengths of light and turn them into cellular energy. This, in turn, stimulates your body’s natural healing processes.” RLT … Read more
When you make proper cold water exposure a part of your daily practice, you unlock a multitude of health benefits. Cold shock produces hermetic stress which increases the brains sensitivity to endorphins, increases the production of a neurotransmitter called norepinephrine (focus, attention, vigilance, mood), and can increase stress tolerance. Cold therapy, as experienced in the … Read more
Infrared sauna uses light to create heat whereas traditional sauna uses heat to warm the air around you. Infrared sauna heats your body directly without warming the air around you, making it more pleasurable for those who have a hard time tolerating high heat. Infrared heat penetrates your joints and muscles to help reduce pain, … Read more
Group counseling is a form of therapy where a small group of people meets under the guidance of a therapist on a regular basis (i.e. once weekly) to discuss challenges, interact, and explore ways to cope better. Members of the group will interact with each other and the therapist, provide feedback and support to each … Read more
Couples Counseling in Phoenix & Mesa, AZ Couples counseling is a form of therapy that can help you and your partner navigate relationship challenges and learn new ways to strengthen your relationship and communication. Couples counseling addresses a variety of relationship issues such as communication struggles, feelings of disconnect, infidelity issues, sexual concerns, and helps you … Read more
Individual Counseling in Phoenix & Mesa, Arizona Individual counseling is a collaborative process between you and your therapist. People seek therapy for help with issues that are hard to manage alone and have become obstacles to their well-being and optimal function. People who feel ambivalent or conflicted about their circumstances, or who simply want to … Read more
NAMI is dedicated to building better lives for Americans affected by mental illness. The organization is made up of more than 500 local affiliates who work in local communities to raise awareness and provide support and education.
