Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Often resulting from severe emotional trauma or physical trauma, PTSD can manifest through flashbacks, nightmares, severe anxiety, and heightened stress responses. While traditional therapy methods like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and medication are commonly used to treat PTSD, an emerging approach, Mindfulness-Based Ecotherapy (MBE), offers a […]
Healing Trauma Through Nature: Mindfulness-Based Ecotherapy for PTSD
The Adverse Childhood Experiences Study and Mental and Physical Health
The Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) Study is a groundbreaking research project that has transformed our understanding of how early-life trauma impacts long-term health. Conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Kaiser Permanente, the study revealed a strong correlation between childhood adversity and a wide array of mental and physical health issues in adulthood. This blog explores […]
Overcome the Top Ten Mental Disorders with Mindfulness-Based Ecotherapy
The top ten mental disorders are health challenges that are a growing concern worldwide, with millions of individuals affected by them. While traditional therapies are highly effective, incorporating mindfulness-based ecotherapy (MBE) offers a unique, nature-centered approach to enhancing mental health. This post explores the top ten mental disorders and how MBE can play a transformative role in treatment. 1. Anxiety […]
MBE Program Coming this Spring
Click here for an overview of the Mindfulness-Based Ecotherapy(MBE) Program I’m pleased to announce that I have partnered with the Stress Management Center at the Fernview Center for Wellbeing in Anderson, South Carolina to present the Mindfulness-Based Ecotherapy program. This 12-week program will begin in the spring of 2019. I will also be offering therapy appointment services for individuals, families, […]