Self-Care: Give Yourself Permission to Pause

It is important to take time for yourself, even when feeling drained of resources such as energy, time, or money that we associate with self-care activities.  Creating a plan for daily self-care can help implement sustainable mechanisms to increase feelings of balance and pleasure day-in and day-out.

5-4-3-2-1 Coping Technique for Anxiety

Anxiety is something most of us have experienced at least once in our life. Public speaking, performance reviews, and new job responsibilities can cause even the calmest person to feel a little stressed. A five-step exercise can help during periods of anxiety or panic. Behavioral Health Partners is brought to you by Well-U, offering eligible individuals mental health services for stress, anxiety, and depression.

Struggling with Stress or Negative Thinking? There's an App for That

It comes as no surprise that today's resources are instantly available on smartphones to provide relief when feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or burnt out. Behavioral Health Partners, brought to you by Well-U, has created a list of free apps that promote mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and other evidence-based treatment models for managing symptoms of stress and anxiety. While apps can help in particularly stressful situations, it is important to remember that an app is not a substitute for professional assessment and treatment.

Dealing with Grief

The loss of a loved one due to death or separation is something everyone experiences at some point in their life. These losses often cause grief, which is associated with feelings of sadness, longing, guilt, or regret. When a person’s grief-related thoughts, behaviors, or emotions are very distressing, don’t improve with time, or make it difficult to manage daily work and living, a psychotherapist may be able to provide assistance and will tailor treatment to your specific needs. Find out more in Behavioral Health Partners' June Blog Post. Behavioral Health Partners is brought to you by Well-U, providing eligible individuals with mental health services for stress, anxiety, and depression.

Exercise Your Way to Better Mental Health

Did you know that physical health and mental health go hand in hand? According to research, exercise has a powerful antidepressant effect. Learn more in this month's blog post.