“What are we doing to our kids?” is a quote from Cameron Crowe, who wrote the movie Fast Times at Ridgemont High a movie from 1982. I ask this question on a daily basis. Cameron Crowe while discussing the movie with CNN for their special report on movies made his statement about teenagers. He explained […]
Introduction: Welcome to a journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth as we explore psychotherapy’s profound importance and purpose. Beyond the conventional view of addressing mental health issues, psychotherapy serves as a transformative process that creates a sacred space for individuals to raise their consciousness, know themselves deeply, face challenges, and ultimately grow into their most […]
Mental health is a topic we tend to avoid in our society. It’s the “dirty little secret” people whisper about and will talk about behind someone’s back. Many people are afraid that if other people know they are feeling down or anxious that people will think they are crazy. Especially if a teenager is going […]
The problem of children being bullied at school and online is getting worse not better. There are a number of school programs designed to decrease bullying but unfortunately they do not seem to be making the impact we hoped they would be making with children. Nationally 1 out of 5 students between the ages of […]
New beginnings are often associated with the start of a new year, but the journey to self-renewal and healing isn’t confined to January (the New Year). Making a list of new year’s resolutions is often considered a one-time task that is done in December; we argue that that this list of new goals can be […]
Bio Energetic Testing System The system that allows you to evaluate your parameters of energetic health using information gathered through the hardware system via painless, non-intrusive handheld electrodes. Many people can benefit greatly from the insight obtained through bioenergetic testing. This testing is now being offered by Central Valley Hypnotherapy & Wellness These scans are $150 […]
What is Grief? Grief is a complex emotional response to loss, often profound and deeply personal. It encompasses a range of feelings from deep sadness to anger, and the process varies greatly from one individual to another. Grief can follow the loss of a loved one, the end of a significant relationship, or other major […]
In recent years, the mental health landscape for children and youth in Canada has seen significant changes. Notably, anxiety disorders have emerged as a prevalent concern. According to the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI), there were 36,708 emergency department (ED) visits by children and youth for mental health reasons in 2020, marking a substantial […]
How can art therapy help with childhood trauma? Art therapy has emerged as a valuable tool in addressing the mental health consequences of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), including trauma. The approach is grounded in the understanding that adversities in childhood can lead to multiple mental health conditions, including post-traumatic stress, depression, psychoses, and dissociative […]
For many people the Holidays can be a stressful time. For some people there is the stress of not having enough money. For others, they lost a loved one this year and this is the first Holiday without their loved one. For others, there are family issues that make this a difficult time of the […]
