One of the most effective alternatives to therapy is the practice of self-help through literature and guided resources.

A growing army of trained animals is helping people — from children with autism to the elderly — enjoy more fulfilling lives.

As the new year has unfolded, many of us have set resolutions—promises to improve ourselves or tackle challenges with a fresh perspective. But for families grieving the loss of a loved one, stepping ...

• De-Stress Fest will be held at 6 p.m. Jan. 23 at the North Branch. Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to the library to ...

Animal-assisted interventions are a popular trend for colleges and universities. Mental health professionals describe their ...

Paw for Heal, or PFH, is a volunteer therapy dog program founded by pet behavior expert Wu Qi in 2012. It aims to harness the ...

Katrina Serrano, a certified therapeutic dungeon master in D&D, says her clients can challenge themselves in a safe ...

Registration for Drew’s Hope, a grief and loss support program, is now open for the upcoming sessions in Spring 2025. The ...

For people with anxiety and depression, these conditions can feel like two sides of the same coin. Researchers are exploring ...

Youth Eastside Services provides prevention, diagnosis and treatment for mental health and substance use disorders and more ...

Lisa Schauer Nestled in the woods of a 300-acre farm on the Virginia state line, Twilight’s Holistic Healing has opened on ...

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