Riverside Marriage and Family Therapy Center

Viewing the other in a positive light, forgiveness, and gratitude are all essential traits to find long lasting happiness in relationships.

3 Essential Pathways to Lifelong Love 1. Create positive illusions.

MA in Marriage and Family Therapy Information Session

Family therapy can be beneficial for a wide range of issues, including relationship conflicts, parenting challenges, substance abuse, mental health disorders, grief and loss, and transitions such as divorce or blending of families. It is a collaborative approach that recognizes the importance of the family system in influencing an individual's well-being and emphasizes the importance of working together as a family to support positive change.

Family therapists typically work with families to identify and understand patterns of communication, behaviors, and interactions within the family unit. The goal of family therapy is to improve communication, resolve conflicts, and foster healthy relationships among family members, ultimately leading to positive changes in the overall functioning and mental health of the entire family.

Box breathing is a breathing technique that involves inhaling, holding, exhaling, and holding again, all for equal counts of time. The name "box breathing" refers to the four equal sides of the box, with each side representing a different part of the breathing cycle.

To perform box breathing, follow these steps:

1. Find a comfortable seated position and close your eyes.
2. Inhale deeply through your nose for a count of four.
3. Hold your breath for a count of four.
4. Exhale slowly through your mouth for a count of four.
5. Hold your breath for a count of four.
6. Repeat the cycle for several minutes, or until you feel relaxed and calm.

Box breathing can help to reduce feelings of stress and anxiety, lower blood pressure, and promote relaxation. It is a simple yet effective technique that can be practiced anytime and anywhere, making it a useful tool for managing stress and anxiety in everyday life.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time for us to continue our discussion on mental health and how it affects our lives. Here are some great resources to help you find the answers you need.

National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) - nimh.nih.gov
Mental Health America - mhanational.org
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) - nami.org
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) - samhsa.gov
American Psychiatric Association (APA) - psychiatry.org
Psychology Today - psychologytoday.com
HelpGuide - helpguide.org
The Mighty - themighty.com

Did you know that exercise can have a positive impact on your mental health? Physical activity has been shown to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, improve mood, and boost overall mental well-being.

Even just a few minutes of exercise each day can make a difference. Whether it's going for a walk, taking a yoga class, or lifting weights at the gym, find an activity that you enjoy and make it a part of your routine.

Exercise not only benefits your physical health, but your mental health as well.

Sunlight exposure has been shown to help reduce stress and anxiety by promoting relaxation and increasing the production of feel-good hormones like dopamine and endorphins. Spending time outdoors in natural sunlight, such as through outdoor activities or simply taking a walk, can have a positive impact on mental well-being and stress management.

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We develop patterns as a "shorthand" to make it through similar situations in life. Often, we need to examine how we relate to other people and decide if our own actions are in-line with what we want to achieve.

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Here is a new way to get help in a crisis. Dial 988 to be connected to a crisis hotline.

The new 988 mental health hotline is live. Here's what to know Mental health advocates hope the new hotline will make it easier to get support if you're in crisis or helping someone who is. Here's how it works and what could stand in its way.

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Congratulations to all the new graduates.

Commencement ceremony this morning, hooding ceremony this afternoon. Today we are celebrating MFT grads! Congratulations class of 2022!

Reich College of Education at Appalachian State University
Appalachian State School of Graduate Studies

“Promise me you’ll always remember: you’re braver than you believe, and stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.” — Christopher Robin from Winnie the Pooh

"I have come to believe that a great teacher is a great artist and that there are as few as there are any other great artists. Teaching might even be the greatest of the arts since the medium is the human mind and spirit." - John Steinbeck

Our Psychology is related to our Biology which impacts our Social world. When we heal one are of our lives the others are influenced in a positive way. Contact us today to schedule an appointment. 828-569-1155

It's now easier to contact Riverside Marriage and Family Therapy Center.

Riverside Marriage and Family Therapy Center updated their address.

Spring is all around us. Flowers are blooming. The cardinals are coming back out. Rivers are flowing. Chose to focus on the beauty that is all around us. 828-569-1155

Karen Walrond and I have been friends for a long time. We laugh a lot and we lean a lot, and when I say lean—I mean into each other. We lean into each other when s**t gets hard.

I called her up the other day and said, “Will you come on the podcast with me? I’m in deep struggle. Things have been so hard personally and the pain in the world is overwhelming. I can’t find my footing.”

Not only did Karen say yes to joining me for last week’s “Unlocking Us,” but then she showed up. I mean, really showed up. She reminded me about the practices that keep us grounded and how we can honor ourselves and the sacred rhythm of activism.

I think you’re going to love this conversation. Thank you, Karen.

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We are now open! Contact us today to schedule an appointment. 828-569-1155

We help individuals, couples, and families work through a wide range of mental health and relationship struggles. We are experts in marriage therapy and relationship counseling. We are also highly experienced in child and adolescent disorders, anxiety, depression, communication, blended family issues, and much more.

Now Open. We are excited about our new location and would love to share our 30+ years of individual, marital, and relational skills with you. If you could use a boost to yourself or to your relationship, reach out to us. 828-569-1155

Riverside Marriage and Family Therapy Center We help individuals, couples, and families work through a wide range of mental health and relationsh

Riverside Marriage and Family Therapy Center updated their business hours.