The Benefits of Therapeutic Yoga in Mental Health Treatment

Yoga is a 3,000-year-old tradition and is regarded as one of the Top 10 Complementary Health Approaches, with over 13 million adults in the US practicing it. This mind and body practice has ancient beginnings and combines physical postures, breathing techniques, meditation, and relaxation. How Does Yoga Benefit Mental Health? Often used for overall health […]

Which Level of Care is the Most Appropriate?

By: Stacy Blankenship, MSW, LCSW Help! My loved one needs help, and I don’t know where to turn! Have you ever uttered these words when someone in your life has mental health symptoms that are beyond your understanding? If so, you are not alone. Many people experiencing symptoms of a mental illness, or their loved […]

Pasadena Villa Outpatient Center – Raleigh to Hold Grand Opening Celebration

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Pasadena Villa Psychiatric Network of Services 877.845.5235 www.pasadenavilla.com   Pasadena Villa Outpatient Center – Raleigh to Hold Grand Opening Celebration Cary, NC – July 2017 – Pasadena Villa Outpatient Center – Raleigh will hold a Grand Opening Celebration on August 23, 2017, from 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm with clinical staff and […]

Genetic Testing Can Assist in Determining the Most Effective Antidepressants

Many individuals with depression, anxiety or other mood disorders struggle to find effective medications.   It is not uncommon for such individuals to go through many months of frustrating “trial and error” as their prescriber tries to find the right medication and right dosage for their needs.   However, based on a person’s genetic profile, the use […]

What to Expect on your First Day of Residential Mental Health Treatment

By: Jessie Cuadros and Debbie Hanford For nearly every patient that seeks recovery, enrolling at a residential mental health treatment center is an intimidating experience that comes with great uncertainty. Placed into an unfamiliar environment where they don’t know anyone, the treatment center is often located many miles from their hometown, and they are required […]

What is Schema-Focused Therapy?

Schema focused therapy is a form of psychotherapy that combines aspects of cognitive behavioral therapy, experiential therapy and interpersonal therapy. Schema therapy creator Dr. Jeff Young defined the term schema as a “life trap” or a pattern of negative behaviors that an individual repeats over and over again throughout their adult life. As Young saw […]

Interpersonal Therapy and it’s Effectiveness in Treating Depression

Interpersonal therapy (IPT) is a short term treatment approach for individuals that suffer from mild cases of clinical depression. The overall goal of interpersonal therapy is to address the symptoms of depression and anxiety that occur in the context of interpersonal relationships with family members and peers. Therapy sessions will typically take place for one […]