Uliana Nevzorova, M.A. - Counselling and Psychotherapy

04/19/2026

04/19/2026

Are you looking for an interesting book? I absolutely recommend this one - it’s an eye opening and entertaining book about how group think and dogma affect new ideas in medicine and how that impacts public (our!) health. I hope you give it a read and enjoy it!

03/23/2026

🧠🗣️ YOUR WORDS ARE MAKING YOU SICK (LITERALLY) TW THE SCIENCE OF THE "NOCEBO EFFECT" THAT SUPPRESSES YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM

Are you the type to constantly repeat "I feel bad," "I'm exhausted," or "I'm old"? There's a "neurobiological programming" that science is validating in 2026. Your cells don't have ears, but they have chemical receptors that pick up every signal sent by your brain. When you speak out of scarcity or disease, you're not just describing a reality; you're sending a direct order to your system to execute it. Your body is the most loyal soldier: it simply obeys your voice.

The phenomenon is known as the Nocebo Effect. Just as positive thinking can heal, constant negative affirmations release an immediate cascade of Cortisol and Adrenaline. These stress hormones, at sustained levels, inhibit the production of lymphocytes and T cells, leaving your immune shield "deactivated" and vulnerable in minutes. Negative language is, in practice, a self-administered poison that withers your vitality from within.

THE MISTAKE OF THE MAJORITY: Using language as a simple outlet mechanism without understanding its physiological impact. By normalizing phrases of defeat or weakness, you train your nervous system to operate in a state of constant survival. Ignoring that your internal and external dialogue is the software that runs on your biological hardware is why so many treatments fail: you're trying to heal the body while language keeps bombarding the mind with signs of deterioration.

TECHNICAL SOLUTION: Neuroplasticity

demonstrates that we can 'rewire' our biological response by changing the narrative. By replacing limiting labels with process and possibility affirmations, we reduce tonsil activation and allow the parasympathetic nervous system to initiate cellular repair functions. Research from Harvard University has confirmed that using constructive language not only improves mood, but optimizes heart rate variability and strengthens inflammatory response, demonstrating that words are biological engineering tools.
PROTOCOL TO REPROGRAM YOUR BIOLOGY:

Identify the Poison: Become aware of your "sickness crutches" (e.g. "I'm sleepy," "this is going to kill me"); whenever you say them, you're reinforcing a stress neural pathway.

Conscious Substitution: Change "I'm sick" to

"my body is working on healing"; the first is a static identity, the second is an active biological process.

The Wake-Up Window: Your first words of the

day program your morning chemistry; avoid complaining as soon as you open your eyes so you don't shoot an unnecessary cortisol spike.

Listen to your Environment: Surround yourself

with narratives that add vitality; the nocebo effect is also contagious and the words of others can affect your own internal chemistry.

Source 📚: Harvard Medical School / Journal of Psychosomatic Research (2025). "The neurobiology of the nocebo effect: How verbal suggestions and negative narratives impact immune function and endocrine response".

Have you ever noticed a link between your words and your physical energy? What's one common negative phrase you hear that could be reframed?

Disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only.

03/23/2026

Did you know there is a way to book a walk-in doctor’s appointment?

03/07/2026

"The 7 Principles of Highly Effective People" by Stephen Covey is one of best known self-improvement books. Also, it is 13 hours long (audioook).

So... below is a summary of this book for you. If this interests you, feel to pick up the actual book and explore in more detail, as there are many interestring examples there that illustrate these principles.

✴️ The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People is a personal and professional development book that teaches principles for becoming more effective by focusing on character, responsibility, and long-term thinking.

💡The 7 Habits

✅Be Proactive – Take responsibility for your choices and focus on what you can control rather than reacting to circumstances.

✅Begin with the End in Mind – Define your values and long-term goals so your actions are guided by a clear vision of what matters most.

✅Put First Things First – Prioritize important tasks over urgent but less meaningful ones through effective time management.

✅Think Win-Win – Seek solutions where all parties benefit instead of competing for a limited “win.”

✅Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood – Practice empathetic listening before expressing your own perspective.

✅Synergize – Value collaboration and differences among people to create better solutions together.

✅Sharpen the Saw – Continuously renew yourself physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually to maintain effectiveness.

🔅In essence: lasting success comes from developing strong character and habits that align daily actions with meaningful goals and healthy relationships

02/15/2026

A deep dive into the science of breathing, PLUS useful practical advice on how to use breathing to reduce stress and anxiety. My clients will recognize some of the terms - like "box breathing" and "physiological sigh". A must-listen for anyone struggling with anxiety and/or panic attacks.

In this episode, I explain the biology of breathing (respiration), how it delivers oxygen and carbon dioxide to the cells and tissues of the body and how is ...

02/04/2026

This February, we're bringing back Psychology Month with the theme This Is Psychology.

We’re excited to share a fresh lineup of insightful talks throughout the month. Join our free presentation series and hear from local experts as they explore topics ranging from parenting to psychology and money.

1. Upgrade Your Self-Care Belief System: Psychology Month Presentation for Female Mental Health Clinicians
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2. How to Get Your Child to Go to Sleep and Stay Asleep
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3. Kids and Screens: Parenting Tips and Strategies
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4. So You Want to Be a Clinical Psychologist?
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5. Mindfulness for Children and Caregivers
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6. Healthy Brain Aging, Mild Cognitive Impairment, and Dementia: Answers to Frequently AskedQuestions
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7. Quality Time Over Time Out: Reducing Your Child’s Tantrums Through Connection
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8. Mind-Heart Interactions
Format: In person talk at the Reh-Fit Center, 1390 Taylor Avenue
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9. Psychology and Money
Registration: https://wpl.libcal.com/event/3993049

10. Access & Barriers to Mental Health Care for Adults 55+: Understanding Needs & Empowering Innovation
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02/04/2026

Amazingly insightful conversation about building everyday habits to take your life to a new level with James Clear, the author of “Atomic Habits”, a book I regularly recommend to clients. Enjoy!

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01/31/2026

01/31/2026

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01/22/2026

A thoughtful and calm discussion of recent trends in IQ and attention span, as well as the role of digital devices and AI, with optimistic conclusions. A must see.

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