What Are the Levels of Care for Mental Health Treatment?
Mental health is a topic that we’ve made a ton of headway in understanding over the last few years, but our knowledge is still growing. There are new ways to combat patient care, different types of treatments, and new forms of therapy that have proven effective for patients. Understanding the different levels of care for […]
Using DBT TIPP Techniques to Cope with Self-Injury
Plenty of people understand the impact and extent of mental illness in the United States. The wide range of awareness campaigns during the last few decades has done a lot of great work for people experiencing these struggles. However, there are still aspects of mental illness that are given far less attention. Self-injury is one […]
What is the Connection Between Nutrition and Healing?
Nutrition plays a vital role in your overall well-being. Proper nutrition isn’t only necessary for your physical health; it’s an important part of your mental health, too. There is a deep connection between nutrition and healing that everyone should understand. Your brain works constantly around the clock to control the various functions throughout your body. […]
How Can the Creative Process Help Improve Mental Health?
Art Therapy at Pasadena Villa uses the creative process of art making to improve and enhance the physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing of our residents. The creative process involved in artistic self-expression helps residents resolve conflicts and problems, develop interpersonal skills, manage behavior, reduce stress, increase self-esteem, including self-awareness, and achieve insight.
Somatic Psychotherapy Groups at Pasadena Villa Outpatient Center in Raleigh
by: Stacy Blankenship, MSW, LCSW At Pasadena Villa Outpatient Center-Raleigh, we specialize in treating adults who struggle with various mental illnesses including but not limited to depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizo-affective disorders, and adults on the autistic spectrum. We address many of the symptoms related to these disorders in multiple ways. Our treatment program includes […]
What is the Role of Advocacy in Mental Health Treatment?
The recent State of Mental Health in America 2018 reports that 1 in 5 Americans has a mental health condition, that is over 40 million Americans. Today though, more people in our country have access to insurance and treatment, but many still lack access to care. In fact, over 56% of individuals with a mental […]
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 […]
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 […]