Friday, February 28, 2014

Nicole Wall, ACMHC, in Bountiful, Utah.


Nicole Wall, ACMHC, shared the following quote:

"Owning our story can be hard, but not nearly as difficult as spending our lives running from it...Only when we are brave enough to explore the darkness will we discover the infinite power of our light." Brene Brown.

You can reach Nicole at 801.660.5233 to schedule an appointment.  

Wednesday, February 26, 2014

Helping someone with depression.

Some helpful tips on: Helping someone with depression

For more information, contact Monica Forsman, LCMHC, at 801.604.5040, at Resilient Solutions, Inc. in Bountiful, Utah.

Monday, February 24, 2014

Mindfulness Practice for the Week

1.  Each morning when you awaken, set a clear intention to be kind to yourself today.
2.  Begin to notice the number of times each day you judge or criticize yourself.  How does it feel in your body when you notice this?  Be careful not to judge yourself for judging.  Simply notice, and then make a choice to let the judgment go, returning to your intention of self-kindness.
3.  Practice saying three kind, acknowledging statements to yourself each day. They can be simple, e.g.  "I am grateful that I ate a nutritious lunch today", or "I was really present for my son this morning."  What is most important is not the content of what you say but the process of beginning a new pattern of speaking to yourself with kindness.
4.  Practice "self-blessing" each night before bed.  For example, "May I be peaceful," "May I be safe and protected,"  "May I be healthy,"  "May I be happy,"  Through using these practices you are beginning to re-teach yourself your own loveliness.  --A Year of Living Mindfully, Richard Fields, Ph.D. - Editor

Loving kindness to ourselves helps us give that same loving kindness to others.

Friday, February 21, 2014

Lisa Bradford, LCSW. Bountiful, Utah.

Thank you, Lisa Bradford, LCSW, for sharing the following quote: 

Within the sorrow there is grace. When we come close to the things which break us down, we also touch the things which break us open, and in that breaking open we uncover our true nature. Wayne Muller. 
You can reach Lisa Bradford at 801.660.8441.

Wednesday, February 19, 2014

Grief Groups. Bountiful, Utah

Grief Groups led by licensed therapists:

Next groups begin Wednesday, February 19th:
Group for those who have had a loved one die from suicide -- 5:30 - 6:45 (every other week - 6 session group).  Contact Melanie Holt, ACMHC, at 801.718.9840. ($120/6 sessions).

Group for those who have had their spouse die - 7-8:15 (6 weeks - $120).  Contact Melanie Holt, at 801.718.9840.

**Group for those who had had their spouse die (over 55), 6 weeks beginning Tuesday, March 4, 11-12:15.

Groups are held at Resilient Solutions, 1355 N. Main, Ste. 1, Bountiful, Utah.

Monday, February 10, 2014

Finding Balance

Just as your car runs more smoothly and requires less energy to go faster and farther when the wheels are in perfect alignment, you perform better when your thoughts, feelings, emotions, goals, and values are in balance.

― Brian Tracy


Saturday, February 8, 2014

HOPE

What is hope? It is an expectation of a good that is yet to be/ It is an inner knowing that the future holds positive things. It is trust that no matter the current circumstances, the days to come will reveal a renewed capacity to allow joy and happiness into your soul. -- Alan Wolfelt, Center for Loss.

Friday, February 7, 2014

Hope. Women's Depression Group. Bountiful, Utah

UPDATE: We are keeping this group open for one more week if you know a woman that would like to join. We want to help as many women as we can in finding hope and experiencing joy again! Contact Shannon Day at 801.628.4298 before Monday's group to join us. (The fee is $25/group) Join with other women experiencing depression to find hope and joy again. Ten-week course offered by Becky Andrews, LCMHC, at 801.259.3883 - email:  becky.lpc@gmail.com.  Beginning Mondays, January 27, 5:30 - 6:45. ($25/group - $225/10wkgroup) at Resilient Solutions, Inc.  Space limited.  Register by Friday January 24th.

Tuesday, February 4, 2014

Mom's Grief Group. Bountiful, Utah

Our mom's group meets every other Monday from 1:45 - 3:00 PM.  Join with other moms who have had a child die for support, connection and sharing.  Led by Becky Andrews, LCMHC.  Group is $20/group.  To register contact Becky at 801.259.3883 or email:  becky.lpc@gmail.com