Get ready to breathe a sigh of relief at ending the pressure to try yet another juice cleanse—it’s one of the wellness trends to ditch in 2023. In this Forbes article, Mindpath Health’s Kinana Shelton, LCSW, discusses what trends aren’t being brought into the new...
How Online Appointments Make Mental Health Care Easier
The increased use of telehealth platforms has fundamentally changed how we treat patients. What are the benefits of telehealth and how does it increase access to care? When the COVID-19 pandemic prevented in-person appointments, telehealth kept patients connected to...
Breaking Down “The Serenity Prayer”
In this Mentally Fit Pro article, Mindpath Health’s Phylice Kessler, LMHC, provides a therapy activity to use with your substance use groups. These group therapy games and activities can help keep the interest and engagement level up in your substance use groups. ...
Preparing for an Online Appointment
Using a telehealth platform to connect with your therapist is easy and convenient. It’s still important to give yourself time to prepare, reflect, and solve any tech issues. Here are some tips to ensure you are ready for your online therapy session.
Starting Therapy: Preparing for Your First Appointment
It’s normal to feel nervous about seeing a therapist. After all, it takes courage to seek support for your mental well-being. Here are a few tips on what to expect and how to make the most out of your experience.
NYC Policy Limits Basic Rights of Homeless People
As of September 2022, there were 60,252 homeless people in New York City. In this Verywell Mind article, Zishan Khan, MD, discusses a new policy that will allow police officers and emergency workers to involuntarily hospitalize homeless people who are mentally ill....
Why Drinking Gives You ‘Hangxiety’
We’ve all been there. At a bar with friends, feeling great, and relaxing, only to wake up with a physical — and mental — hangover. In this Yahoo! Sports article, Taish Malone, LPC, PhD, explains why drinking gives us ‘hangxiety’ and how to prevent and cope with it. ...
Why Mental Illnesses Are More Common in LGBTQIA+ People
Having at least one safe space of like-minded individuals can make a significant difference in your mental health. In this Livestrong article, Kiana Shelton, LCSW, discusses why mental illnesses are more common in LGBTQIA+ people and how to find support. In fact,...
Katherine Heigl Said Taking Medication for Her Mental Health ‘Saved My Life’
The Grey’s Anatomy alum worked really hard at controlling her anxiety for years and struggled. In this Shape article, Mindpath Health’s Zishan Khan, MD, helps discuss Zoloft and why it’s used to treat anxiety and depression. When you're struggling with your mental...
The Real Deal Behind Healing Sessions on Reality TV
Mental health experts are mixed on the effectiveness of the therapies shown on some of our favorite Bravo shows. In this Women’s Health article, Elisabeth Netherton, MD, explains behind the healing sessions on reality TV. Reality television has been my therapy for...