Discover Your Authentic Self: Heal the Mind, Heal the Soul

Change can be very difficult for some, especially if you have a difficult time adjusting to a change. Whether the change is by choice or something you just have to accept, it may not always be easy. Inspiring yourself to be brave enough to be mindful of a change may encourage you to accept the challenge & its complexity. Change can be complex & challenging, however, a fact-based understanding through observation of the situation at that very moment or news of an upcoming change gives you time to plan & prepare for what is to come or what the outcomes may be if there is a limited time to sort through the change. So what are the six types of changes? • Cognitive Change: the way you think change the way you think about something or how you think in general; for example, if you're always thinking negatively or feeling as though you are being victimized, it may be helpful to understand where such feelings & interpretations are coming from -- for example

Mental health recovery isn't always easy but if you have had a mental illness almost all or half of your life it is important that you accept that you have a mental illness. Create Recovery Centered Goals Clearly identify your goals & strategically establish the steps in which you can make your ultimate goal into much smaller achievable goals. Remind yourself that accomplishing these goals will help you gain a greater quality of life. Your mental illness is not a barrier but it can be challenging when symptoms occur or if triggers are present & cause mental instability or lack of self-control. In this case it is important that you evaluate your symptoms & the presence of the triggers followed by assessing & evaluating a plan. What does an effective service plan contain? An effective service plan contains: • A professional mental health evaluation • Proper, non-discriminating & professional assessment of your mental illness • Your choice of re

Mental Health Care Services What are some quality mental health services for women that your insurance may cover? First, lets begin with the various forms of health-care plans as you may need to register for health insurance in order to qualify for free or low-cost mental health services. You can inquire about health care service options with Public Health Solutions which is based in various locations within New York City & collaborates with many organizations to help you get screened for health insurance coverage. You can choose which health insurance plan fits you best & either qualify for low-cost enrollment fees or free health insurance. Once you have enrolled in a health care plan, you can decide which mental health services work best for you, & these are some forms of therapy: • Dialectic Behavioral Therapy or DBT • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy • Psychotherapy • Psychoanalytical Therapy • Family Therapy • Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Ther