Kendal Clinic

Wishing you and yours a Happy Holiday Season.

Wishing you and yours a Happy Holiday Season.

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is experienced by about 5% of the USA population, so as we head into the colder and darker months here are some approachable strategies you can try.

Link to Blog:

https://kendalclinic.com/help-for-the-big-sad/

Meet Sarah: I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues providing services that are personalized for each person’s individual needs. I work with children of all ages, both male and female as well as adults. When working with me, my clients will encounter a non-judgmental and caring environment that promotes growth and empowerment. I use an individualized approach to meet clients’ specific needs, incorporating research-based strategies that draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy. With this approach, I aim to create a comfortable and safe environment where you can explore your unique experiences, thoughts, and feelings without judgment.

https://kendalclinic.com/sara-levi/

Though to some the holiday season means twinkly lights, feasts, football, presents and more, to others this brings on feelings of dread as a series of family functions draws near. Let’s begin by remembering that the holidays can be tough for many people for many reasons and that that is entirely normal. So, whether you are close with your family and just want to be the peace keeper or if you need a little extra help to get through the holidays with family, here are a few suggestions of way to try to make that process a bit smoother.

Keep reading "Family Over the Holidays" Blog link below:

https://kendalclinic.com/family-over-the-holidays/

Meet Dakarai:

I am a therapist who understands that everyone’s process towards healing or restoration is unique, and I strive to understand and adapt to each patient. My goal is to be your thought partner, an individual who gently challenges your beliefs and assumptions in order to achieve your therapeutic goals. Together we can process your situation and create a perspective that can lead to creating the life you desire.

I am a family therapist that believes in the principles of family (commitment, gratitude, time together, communication etc.). I use a variety of therapy models such as Emotional Focused therapy, Solution Focused therapy, and Collaborative therapy, all with a systemic family-focused lens.

https://kendalclinic.com/dakarai-rogers/

Make mental health & well-being for all a global priority
https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-mental-health-day/2022

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills Bootcamps

Who: Men and women age 18+

When: Beginning October 5 and will meet on the first and third Wednesday of the month.

What you will learn:
mindfulness
interpersonal effectiveness
emotion regulation
distress tolerance skills

New Group Members added every 4-6 Weeks
https://kendalclinic.com/specialties/ specialties/

Learn more about an Effective FDA Approved Solution for Treatment Resistant Depression https://kendalclinic.com/specialties/

Meet Artemis: It is my passion to empower children (10+), adolescents and adults in not only finding or regaining necessary tools to overcome obstacles and function independently again but develop their own path to personal growth and healing. I work with parents to provide tools to help ease communication barriers and strengthen parent-child/teen relationships. As a clinician I value the importance of inner strength, determination and resilience and strive to promote these in all my clients.

I incorporate research-based modalities that range from Person-Centered, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy. Individuals and their problems are unique and varied. I tailor the approach I use based on each client’s needs. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is collaborative and should promote self-discovery and healing in a safe, non-judgmental and empathic environment.

Our Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, Joseph Montgomery and Deirdre Denholm provide evaluation and treatment of mental health conditions in a holistic and person-centered model, and prescribes and monitors psychotropic medications, if appropriate, for patients 16 years old and older.

Deirdre sees children (ages 6 years old and up), teens and adults, Deirdre works particularly well with clients who are looking to find a better balance at home, school, work, and life.

Additionally, Joseph administers and interprets GeneSight, a non-invasive pharmacogenomic test that analyzes how your genes may affect effectiveness of the prescribed medication. Since everyone’s DNA is unique, GeneSight is a valuable tool for clinicians to predict how YOU react to medication for anxiety, depression, ADHD and other psychiatric conditions. Read more about this amazing test here: https://genesight.com

https://kendalclinic.com/start-here/

Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) based SKILLS BOOTCAMP Beginning September 7th.
What you will learn:
-Mindfulness
-interpersonal effectiveness
-emotion regulation
-distress tolerance skills

https://kendalclinic.com/start-here/

The Kendal Clinic is proud to offer Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) based SKILLS BOOTCAMP on Wednesday evenings, between 5 and 8 pm.

What you will learn:
-mindfulness
-interpersonal effectiveness
-emotion regulation
distress tolerance skills

https://kendalclinic.com/start-here/

https://kendalclinic.com/deirdre-denholm/

Link in profile
https://kendalclinic.com/specialties/

Guest Blogger: How to Take Care of Yourself in High School
https://kendalclinic.com/how-to-take-care-of-yourself-in-high-school/

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We thrilled to announce that our office has expanded into TWO treatment suites in the same building - suite 240 on the main floor and suite 103 in the basement. Both offices are ready to welcome you and your family!

Kendal Clinic updated their phone number.

Kendal Clinic updated their phone number.

Kendal Clinic updated their information in their About section.

Kendal Clinic updated their information in their About section.

Kendal Clinic updated their address.

Kendal Clinic updated their address.

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Love our practice? Come work with us!!!
Please help us spread the word that we are hiring. Here is the Indeed ad: https://www.indeed.com/job/psychotherapist-private-practice-7e459f588a650979

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Why American Teens Are So Sad — The Atlantic

A very worthwhile read: https://apple.news/ALWQH2XNvRd6MtUUBGrZKVw

Why American Teens Are So Sad — The Atlantic Four forces are propelling the rising rates of depression among young people.

How Bark Works

Based on two different, yet equally terrifying conversations with parents of tweens, please invest in this if your child is old enough to read. You will save them and yourselves a lot of grief: https://www.bark.us/how/

How Bark Works Learn about our screen time management, web filtering, and content monitoring features.

Happy National Napping Day!

Benefits of napping include: boosting memory, improving mood, improving job/school performance, and easing stress throughout the day. An afternoon nap is a way to refresh us humans and our animal loves!

This pup’s favorite place to nap is in the corner of the couch. Where is your favorite place to nap?

Together, we bloom.
Happy International Women’s Day!

Mid-week check in!
Being mindful has great benefits including reduced stress and improved focus. To be mindful is to be present.
Let’s take a moment today to turn our awareness to being mindfully present.

Here are 10 ways to practice mindfulness throughout your day!

How to Talk to Kids About the Ukraine Invasion

Here is a great resource for discussing this week’s sad events: https://www.pbssocal.org/education/how-to-talk-to-kids-about-the-ukraine-invasion?fbclid=IwAR3lr2l8NwcR8eWsKQ1iNq3cdKRO9cbbC41VdciusPOTwvBWOEcqT78V8dE. Thanks to Laura Milner for sharing.

How to Talk to Kids About the Ukraine Invasion Many kids may be hearing about the situation in Ukraine. Our instincts may be to avoid talking to them about tough stuff on the news, but if we don't, they'll piece it together from other places. Our job is to provide our kids with accurate, age-appropriate information, while reminding them that the...