Anxious, stressed, overwhelmed? We have a powerful tool for you that you can easily access: your breath. Stop what you’re doing and take a nice deep breath, in through your […]
Being stuck at home is one thing. Being stuck at home with kids is entirely another. If you feel like you’re going to lose it of you hear “I’m bored” […]
As weeks of staying at home have stretched into months, it’s not surprising that a lot of us are feeling the itch to get out. And if you’re a dog […]
It’s been a rollercoaster year. If you’ve been feeling a lot, you’re not alone. In fact, a lot of people on our team agree that there have been so many […]
By Melissa Foulks, MFT Trainee We live in an age where celebrities are openly talking about their mental health. Though everyone’s experience is different, the stories these celebrities share are […]
At the Ventura Counseling & Wellness Center and our sister campus, West Valley Counseling Center, we want to make it easier and more comfortable for people to access mental health […]
Good news, Venturans. By deciding to live in this city, you’ve done some good for your mental health. A recent survey found that people who live close to a body […]
With all the extra time at home this year, most of us are cooking more. And that means more involved trips to the grocery store. But have you ever headed […]
The National Institute of Mental Health said it best: “Technology has opened a new frontier in mental health support.” Want mental health care at your fingertips? There’s an app for […]
Your nerve cells make a chemical called serotonin. On top of playing a role in your digestion, blood clotting, and other bodily functions, serotonin is a powerful natural mood stabilizer. […]