Anxiety

Holistic therapy for PTSD or Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, encompasses a range of approaches that can address the mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual aspects of an individual’s unique condition. Therapy focuses on identifying and challenging negative thoughts and behaviors associated with the trauma. The Holistic Counseling Center of Long Island provides a supportive environment for people to share experiences and connect with a counselor who can … Read More

When someone experiences anxiety, their breathing pattern often becomes rapid & shallow, which can exacerbate symptoms. Practicing controlled breathwork can activate the parasympathetic nervous system, effectively calming the body and reducing anxiety by signaling to the brain that it is safe, thus mitigating the “fight or flight” response. Key points about the connection between anxiety & breathwork: Physiological impact: When anxious, the body naturally enters a … Read More

Trauma can have profound and lasting effects on individuals, impacting their emotional, mental, physical, and social well-being. Here are some common effects of trauma: Emotional Effects: Mental Effects: Physical Effects: Social Effects: Behavioral Effects: Long-term Effects: Phases of Recovery Phase 1: Safety and Stabilization: Establishing a safe environment, Building trust with a therapist or support system, Managing symptoms (e.g., anxiety, depression), Developing coping mechanisms. Phase 2: … Read More

If you’ve ever suffered from overwhelming thoughts and struggled to make sense of them all, know that you are not alone… “There is nothing more important to true growth than realizing that you are not the voice of the mind; you are the one who hears it.” – Michael Singer It’s this detachment of ego and witnessing of thoughts (aka meditation) that produces a sense of … Read More

Stress requires your body to react / adjust in response to events around you. Your body reacts to these changes with physical, mental, and/or emotional responses. In this post, we’re going to focus on just a few of the physical effects of constant stress on your body. This is a reminder to us all to give our bodies a break; that rest and relaxation is a … Read More

Long Island Hypnosis / Hypnotherapy – 565 RT. 25A, MILLER PLACE, NEW YORK Make the changes to live the life you want today! This process is completely natural with no drugs, no cravings, and no withdrawal. The Holistic Counseling Center of Long Island is a member of the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis (ASCH). All members of the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis must be licensed … Read More

If you are living with anxiety, you know how exhausting and debilitating it can be. Getting counseling for anxiety issues is something that can help you overcome whatever is holding you back. It doesn’t matter whether your anxiety is social, general, agoraphobic, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive, PTSD, or any other form of anxiety – they all take a toll on your life and well-being. If left untreated, … Read More

Anxiety disorders are the most common group of mental disorders. According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, around 40 million adults in the United States over the age of 18 experience some type of anxiety disorder. Although many psychological conditions may involve anxiety, some of the most common may include post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), panic disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, agoraphobia and/or social anxiety disorder. … Read More

Experiencing some amount of anxiety can be normal; as a natural survival instinct, to enhance motivation, or perform well under stress. It can be related to work / school performance, important life events, or taking caution to protect oneself. When anxiety becomes a pervasive disruption to your daily life though, it takes an insidious toll on many aspects of your mental health, work and relationships. This … Read More