Why a Consistent Sleep Schedule Is Important

Why a Consistent Sleep Schedule Is Important

It’s easy to overlook your sleep schedule, especially when life gets hectic. But going to bed and waking up around the same time each day (even on weekends) can make a bigger difference than most people realize. Your body runs on an internal clock, and when that...
Dr. Garrett’s Top Sleep Recommendations

Dr. Garrett’s Top Sleep Recommendations

Stick to a Consistent Sleep Schedule Create a Cool, Dark, and Quiet Sleep Environment Avoid Caffeine and Alcohol Before Bed Limit Screen Time Before Bed Exercise but Not Too Late in the Day Don’t Stay in Bed Awake Avoid Long or Late Naps Don’t Rely on Sleep Aids or...
Dr. Garrett’s Step-by-Step Sleep Guide

Dr. Garrett’s Step-by-Step Sleep Guide

Improving your nightly sleep from 5 to 8 hours is both achievable and deeply beneficial for physical and mental health. Below is a research-backed, practical, stepwise approach that incorporates evidence-supported strategies from behavioral medicine, sleep science,...
How Does Sleep Impact Mental Health?

How Does Sleep Impact Mental Health?

Sleep is a crucial part of our daily routine, and it plays an important role in maintaining our physical and mental health. Sleep deprivation can lead to several health problems, including depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues. In this blog, we will take...
Fresh Start For Spring

Fresh Start For Spring

Spring has arrived, and with that – we thought it was the perfect time to revisit the idea of a “fresh start” and how counseling can change your life. The holiday season is now long in the rearview mirror and the new year is in full swing. The end of a year can...
10 Best Websites For Mental Health

10 Best Websites For Mental Health

There are so many websites out there that are filled with mental health information or that claim to be beneficial for mental health that it can be hard to discern which websites are credible. Our team has compiled this list of the 10 best websites for mental health....
Apps That Help Anxiety

Apps That Help Anxiety

“There’s an app for that!” Have you heard that saying before? In our society, people value the convenience and accessibility of apps. According to an article written by Forbes Magazine in 2020, there are currently 8.93 million apps available for your smartphone or...
Building Resilience in Challenging Times

Building Resilience in Challenging Times

It is a reality of life that we are often faced with challenges and difficult circumstances – grief, major life transitions, financial hardship, family and relationship issues, school or job struggles, and physical/mental health concerns. Research shows that...