Navigating Adolescence: A Guide to Mental Health
Navigating Adolescence: A Guide to Mental Health Talking about mental health has been a taboo issue for years, but this is starting to change. We hear a lot more about mental health and the stigma surrounding it. Many people have struggled with their mental health for years without understanding what was happening. Adolescents, in particular, […]
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Unleashing Healing: The Therapeutic Power of Dogs in Counseling
Unleashing Healing: The Therapeutic Power of Dogs in Counseling Often beginning therapy can be an incredibly overwhelming experience for people. Individuals are consumed with anxiety, depression, trauma symptoms, unsure of how to understand themselves; let alone the apprehension of entrusting a random stranger with the intricate pieces of one’s life. It has been found that […]
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Body Image and Self-Worth
Body Image and Self-Worth: Take Charge of How You See Yourself! Statistics about how people view their bodies are heartbreaking! According to the NOW Foundation (National Organization for Women Foundation), “53% of American girls are ‘unhappy with their bodies.’ This grows to 78% by the time girls reach seventeen.” Body dissatisfaction is not only observed […]
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What Does God Have to Do With Recovery?
It’s a huge question, right? Our alumni group has gotten together and come up with answers based on our own experience through treatment and recovery. Most of us in the group have been to multiple treatment facilities, with Manna being our last. Manna is the only treatment facility that we’ve been to that has connected […]
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My Extraordinary Journey as an Intern in the World of Clinical Therapy
Becoming an intern is an incredible and intimidating experience. After years of studying and accumulating knowledge, everything I had learned suddenly seemed to disappear entirely, and I could feel the dreaded imposter syndrome kipping at my heels. However, completing my internship at Manna Treatment was an incredible spiritual journey and learning experience. I had the […]
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Embracing Mental Wellness
While I don’t possess formal therapy credentials or fancy Mental Health certifications, my 3 ½ years of experience working at Manna have been enlightening. Working at Manna has emphasized the crucial importance of self-care and prioritizing one’s Mental Health. As we celebrate Mental Wellness Month, it’s crucial to recognize the significance of nurturing our mental […]
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Coping When We Struggle With The Holidays
Holiday time is a time of the year that finds many people struggling with being able to celebrate in the festivities and celebrations that add to all the wonder of the traditions. When you find yourself struggling emotionally during the holidays you may be feeling the “Holiday or Winter Blues”. During the fall and winter […]
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Understanding Athletes Eating Habits and Mental Health
In the realm of athletics, the pursuit of peak performance often intertwines with societal pressures surrounding body image and weight. Athletes, defined as anyone with a consistent commitment to physical activity, can find themselves grappling with the desire to enhance their performance. Unfortunately, this quest for improvement can sometimes lead to unhealthy practices such as […]
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Understanding Trauma
Trauma… You survived! You got through one of the most impactful experiences in your life. But you are changed. Forever. It takes all your energy to push away the intrusive thoughts, but they keep roaring back with a vengeance. The flashbacks take your breath away. You wonder if they will ever go away. The guilt […]
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