Supporting Someone With Mental Health Illness

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How To Support With Mental Health Illness

Mental health struggles are a common occurrence in today's fast-paced world. If someone you know is going through a tough time with their mental health, it can be difficult to know how to support them. While everyone's journey is unique, there are a few things you can do to help your loved one feel seen, heard, and supported.

Be non-judgmental

One of the most important things you can do to support someone who is struggling with mental health issues is to be non-judgmental. It's important to remember that everyone's journey is different, and there is no "right" way to cope with mental health challenges. Instead of judging or criticizing, try to approach the situation with an open mind and a willingness to listen.

Be compassionate

Compassion is another key component of supporting someone who is struggling with mental health issues. Try to approach the situation with kindness, empathy, and understanding. Acknowledge that your loved one is going through a difficult time and offer your support in any way you can.

Listen

Listening is perhaps the most important thing you can do to support someone who is struggling with mental health issues. Instead of trying to offer advice or solutions, simply listen to what your loved one has to say. Encourage them to share their feelings and validate their experiences.

Seek professional help

While your support can be incredibly valuable, it's important to recognize when it's time to seek professional help. If your loved one is struggling with severe mental health issues or experiencing suicidal ideation, it is critical to turn to a professional who is qualified to handle these situations.

Good Sleep Starts The Moment You Wake Up

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How To Improve Your Sleep

Taking small steps in your day goes a long way in helping you improve your sleep at night. Did you know that a good night’s sleep starts with what you do during the day? In fact, from the moment you wake up, you’re affecting your sleep that night. We have outlined some simple ways to help improve your sleep.

Be consistent when you wake, and go to sleep.

Being consistent with your sleep and waking times can aid long-term sleep quality.

Exercise on a regular basis

Exercise is one of the best science-backed ways to improve your sleep and overall health and wellness.

Receive natural light exposure when you wake.

Natural sunlight first thing in the morning helps keep your circadian rhythm healthy. This improves daytime energy, as well as nighttime sleep quality and duration.

Avoid caffeine late in the day

Caffeine can enhance focus, energy, and sports performance. However, when consumed late in the day, caffeine stimulates your nervous system and may stop your body from naturally relaxing at night.

If you need professional help for your sleep concerns, please contact our office. We have mental health and wellness services that can aid in better sleep.

Cutting-Edge Treatment for PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, and Trauma

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Stellate Ganglion Block

Effective & Accessible Treatment for PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, and Trauma

A Stellate Ganglion Block is an innovative treatment that targets the symptoms of PTSD and complicated or prolonged anxiety disorders, and is showing promise in the treatment of Long COVID. We are seeing dramatic results for those suffering from physiologic hyperarousal (fight of flight response), hypervigilance, feelings of perceived threat, and insomnia.

How It Works

The stellate ganglion is part of the cervical sympathetic chain, a key part of the sympathetic nervous system (the “fight or flight” response.) In PTSD and some other anxiety conditions, the “fight or flight” nervous system gets stuck in the “ON” position. By precisely placing a local anesthetic around the stellate ganglion, the chronic “fight or flight” response is turned off. This allows neurotransmitters in the brain to “reset” back to a non-anxiety state. This “resetting” results in long-term relief of anxiety symptoms.

The Benefits

• Improved sleep

• Decreased sense of perceived threat

• Improved mood

• Decreased feelings of anxiety.

When used for Long Covid, benefits include alleviation of parosmia and anosmia (loss of or distorted sense of smell), brain fog, and increased energy.