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Might transcranial direct current stimulation (aka direct neurofeedback) be an additional tool to reduce symptoms of depression as a result of the impact of the pandemic?
/in Neurofeedback/by LindaIf there is one silver lining to this pandemic it is the blossoming realization and acceptance of the fact that people need people! It is shining a light on the cultural ideal of independence and reflecting the shadow side of such an ideal. Human beings were designed to be interdependent, using relationships within their tribes […]
5 Intention-setting Ideas to Destigmatize Mental Health Challenges
/in Newsletter/by LindaPsychotherapy Day – September 25th It might appear as an act of self-promotion, yet my intention is to share research, wherever and whenever possible, so everyone might move forward making more informed decisions when it comes to their own health, mind, body and spirit! Psychotherapy works, especially when there is a genuine connection and deep […]
Can primary care physicians jump start the complex PTSD healing journey of the underserved?
/in Talk Therapy/by LindaAs efforts to shine light on the underlying causes of health risk continue, especially as the disparities have become even clearer during this pandemic, the focus remains on the connection between adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and the burden created on the human body individually and the healthcare system as a whole. I am so grateful […]
5 Intention-setting Ideas to Foster Peace
/in Newsletter/by LindaInternational Peace Month! August was designated International Peace Month back at the time that the First World War ended, specifically on August 16, 1926, at the Democratic Peace Conference in Germany. As time continues to pass along with the heroes of that time, it it critical that new generations are educated about the unthinkable tragedies […]
Can meditation support your immune system, especially in light of the effects of COVID-19?
/in Yoga/by LindaAs someone that suffered with anxiety for most of my life, I am personally so grateful for my yoga practice, which includes various contemplative practices such as meditation. (Click here for a great image that reflects the many different types of contemplative practices.) What I found through the ongoing use of these tools is a […]
5 Intention-setting Ideas to Support Racial Equity
/in Newsletter/by LindaNational Minority Mental Health Awareness Month! As I continue to ride the waves of so many mixed emotions – pain, hope, rage, compassion, fear, love, shame, humility, sadness, gratitude, discomfort – I try to remind myself of my own humanity, flawed and limited yet filled with a desire to contribute to positive change. In the light […]
Can direct neurofeedback help when our minds separate from our bodies?
/in Neurofeedback/by LindaWhen we think about human senses, most of us are able to easily identify the five primary senses of sight, hearing, smell, taste and touch. But did you know that we actually have three more senses that are integral to our fully embodied, lived experience as humans? These are vestibular senses of body rotation, gravitation […]
5 Intention-setting Ideas from the Planets during the Eclipse Retrograde Season
/in Newsletter/by LindaThe Eclipse Season is upon us this month and it brings 5 planets in retrograde (with a 6th planet (Neptune) being added in retrograde from 6/22-6/24!), so I thought we might take the lead from the Universe at this time to guide us on our journeys within this month! When a planet slows down in […]
What is it about mindfulness that reduces stress – ACCEPTANCE!
/in Talk Therapy/by LindaIn my own personal journey of healing, as well as being a compassionate witness to the healing of others, I have come to realize that suffering comes from rejecting parts of ourselves that we either think or believe are unacceptable to others. When I first found myself in psychotherapy, I discovered that I was rejecting […]
5 Intention-setting Ideas to Honor the New Normal
/in Newsletter/by LindaNational Mental Health Month The COVID-19 virus has taken a lot away from how we experienced the world in the past, so there is much to grieve. And grief is heavy. It can make us feel like we are walking in quicksand or moving through molasses. Our thoughts lost in a thick fog. It takes […]
Does including music in a yoga class add to the healing benefits?
/in Yoga/by LindaWhen I first started taking yoga classes years ago back in New Jersey, the teachers did not play music in the background. There might have been some chanting, as I do remember learning about chanting “Om” and “Shanti” to start and end classes. However, it wasn’t until I attended a class where the teacher played […]
5 Intention-setting Ideas to Spread Hope
/in Newsletter/by LindaNational Month of Hope At the time of this writing, most of the country has been instructed to follow physical distancing guidelines and/or an order to “stay-at-home” to battle the unprecedented spread of the COVID-19 virus. Although such mandated imposed physical isolation guidelines may be critical to the physical safety and health of many during such a pandemic, […]
Can direct neurofeedback help individuals with a diagnosis of schizophrenia?
/in Neurofeedback/by LindaThe effects of the unprecedented coronavirus will be felt by all for a currently unknown period of time. The fear-driven behavioral responses that this pandemic has been producing is a reflection of how deep and strong our survival response goes. And, yet, at some point, relief will come in the form of a vaccine. However, […]
5 Intention-setting Ideas to Reduce Inflammation During Times of Transition
/in Newsletter/by LindaThe experience of the season of Spring seems to reflect Ralph Waldo Emerson’s quote above – and, no wonder, Spring might be the most eagerly awaited change of seasons of the year for many of us! At the same time, did you know that it is also the time of year when suicides peak? Researchers are […]
Compassion for Survivors of Trauma – a New View of Substance Use Disorder/Addiction!
/in Talk Therapy/by LindaI remember being assigned to read the book by Dr. Gabor Maté, In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts, while in graduate school and simply feeling gratitude, compassion and validation afterwards. I never believed in the medical model of addiction that describes the symptom of addiction as a chronic disease of the brain, even suggesting a […]
5 Intention-setting Ideas For Supporting Diversity and Inclusivity
/in Newsletter/by LindaCelebrating National Black (Afro-American) History Month! Why is it important to promote Black History Month? Well, I believe, as did Gandhi, that it is our ability to embrace diversity that reflects the highest aspects of being human and defines the very fabric of our nation. This month is an opportunity to recognize the central role blacks […]
Will physicians start prescribing yoga for hypertension soon?
/in Yoga/by LindaBoth of my parents have a diagnosis of hypertension and were put on antihypertensive prescription medication to control it. I think my mother received the diagnosis in her 30s. I was turning 40 when I first heard my physician say my blood pressure was “elevated” and wanted it monitored in order to determine if I […]
5 Intention-setting Ideas to Support Change
/in Newsletter/by LindaI believe most of us have thought to ourselves “I hate change” at least once in our lives. And the message we often hear is “Change is hard”. Perhaps it is these messages, thoughts, and/or beliefs that underlie the approximate success rate of 10% for the New Year resolutions set at this time of year! […]
Might direct neurofeedback reduce impulsive behaviors?
/in Neurofeedback/by LindaThe symptom of impulsivity can be found listed under several mental/behavioral health diagnoses, including but not limited to intermittent explosive disorder, substance abuse, OCD, PTSD and binge eating disorder. When the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth edition (DSM-5™) was published in 2013 and included binge eating disorder, I finally felt validated and, […]
5 Intention-setting Ideas to Bring More Joy Into Your Life
/in Newsletter/by LindaThis time of year can be stressful for most of us to say the least! For some, including myself, it might also bring up memories of loss, family discord, and unfulfilled dreams. So I did a little research on tools that have been shown to shift us into a space of joy and, when integrated into […]