Balance Treatment Center

Balance Treatment Center Balance utilizes evidence-based treatment modalities that have been shown to help reduce symptomology of clients with mental health diagnoses.

Understanding whether your health insurance plan covers mental health treatment is an essential step toward prioritizing...
07/11/2025

Understanding whether your health insurance plan covers mental health treatment is an essential step toward prioritizing your well-being. While mental health care has gained more attention in recent years, navigating the complexities of insurance benefits can feel overwhelming. From therapy sessions to psychiatric care, coverage varies widely between plans, and knowing your options can make all the difference in accessing the care you need.

This article will guide you through the key aspects of mental health coverage, how to review your insurance plan, and what to do if you encounter challenges. Read more.



Learn how to check if your health insurance covers therapy, psychiatric care, and more. Balance Treatment helps you navigate benefits and access quality mental health care.

Recent studies have affirmed the importance of avoiding a sedentary lifestyle in improving mental health. It is essentia...
07/11/2025

Recent studies have affirmed the importance of avoiding a sedentary lifestyle in improving mental health. It is essential that authorities, coaches and families, as well as young people themselves, understand that regular and vigorous movement is not just good for the body – it also benefits and protects the mind. Encouraging it is vital to building a healthier, more balanced future for young people. Read more.



Research confirms that regular exercise can prevent or treat depression and anxiety in teens.

In moments of stress, uncertainty, or disconnection, cooking and sharing meals offer something more than food. They can ...
07/11/2025

In moments of stress, uncertainty, or disconnection, cooking and sharing meals offer something more than food. They can offer rhythm when life feels chaotic. They help to foster confidence when we feel powerless. They create a connection when we feel alone. Whether you’re seeking a moment of flow, a sense of control, or simply a warm dish to share with someone else, cooking can be a small but profound act of care. Read more.



In times of stress, we can find a sense of flow, empowerment, and connection in the kitchen and at the table together.

A new study shows that just 30 days of daily mindfulness meditation significantly improves attentional control, regardle...
07/10/2025

A new study shows that just 30 days of daily mindfulness meditation significantly improves attentional control, regardless of age. Using precise eye-tracking methods, researchers found that mindfulness enhanced reaction speed, focus, and resistance to distractions.

These cognitive benefits were seen in young, middle-aged, and older adults alike, highlighting mindfulness as a valuable tool for maintaining brain health at any stage of life. The findings suggest even short-term meditation can measurably sharpen how the brain handles attention and focus. Read more.



A new study shows that just 30 days of daily mindfulness meditation significantly improves attentional control, regardless of age.

The keys to a meaningful life generally stem from three things: our close personal relationships and communities, our wo...
07/10/2025

The keys to a meaningful life generally stem from three things: our close personal relationships and communities, our work, and being connected to something greater than ourselves. Each of these can have a huge effect on our well-being through the meaning they impart. While there isn’t necessarily a one-size-fits-all approach, here are some tips for finding meaning. Read more.



A psychologist argues that asking ourselves existential questions and recognizing our values can make life more fulfilling and meaningful.

Emotional Intelligence (EI) is a critical skill that enables individuals to recognize, understand, and manage their own ...
07/10/2025

Emotional Intelligence (EI) is a critical skill that enables individuals to recognize, understand, and manage their own emotions while empathizing with the emotions of others. In today’s fast-paced world, EI plays a pivotal role in fostering healthy relationships, navigating workplace challenges, and maintaining mental well-being. This article explores the core components of Emotional Intelligence and offers insights into how you can develop these skills for personal and professional growth. Read more.



Understand what emotional intelligence is, why it’s important, and how to build your EQ through practical strategies. Balance Treatment Center can support your growth.

Emotions are a natural part of life, but sometimes they can feel overwhelming or leave us stuck in patterns that are dif...
07/10/2025

Emotions are a natural part of life, but sometimes they can feel overwhelming or leave us stuck in patterns that are difficult to break. Whether it’s sadness, anger, anxiety, or frustration, learning to manage emotions effectively—without suppressing them—can help us move forward with greater clarity and resilience. In this article, we’ll explore evidence-based therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Mindfulness, while offering practical steps you can start using today to improve emotional well-being. Read more.



Learning to manage emotions effectively—without suppressing them—can help us move forward with greater clarity and resilience.

There are so many beautiful aspects to being an empath or highly sensitive person, like connecting deeply to others and ...
07/09/2025

There are so many beautiful aspects to being an empath or highly sensitive person, like connecting deeply to others and the world around you and having a strong line of communication with your own intuition. But with great sensitivity comes the potential for great overwhelm—and when those moments strike, it's imperative to know how to protect your energy and soothe your system.

When that happens, try the following to soothe your sensitive system and bring it back into balance. Read more.



Emotional contagion is real!

In a world that often feels divided, teaching kindness to children is more important than ever. Parents play a crucial r...
07/09/2025

In a world that often feels divided, teaching kindness to children is more important than ever. Parents play a crucial role in shaping their child’s character, and by fostering a compassionate mindset, they can help raise individuals who contribute positively to society. Here are some ways parents can instill kindness in their children. Read more.



When parents demonstrate kindness in their interactions children are more likely to mirror that behavior.

To be truly compassionate toward others, do we first have to be compassionate toward ourselves? Some researchers have su...
07/09/2025

To be truly compassionate toward others, do we first have to be compassionate toward ourselves? Some researchers have suggested that these two types of compassion are linked, although this might not always seem intuitive. After all, we can all probably think of individuals who are selfless and giving to other people, but who have trouble extending that same kindness to themselves.

This question matters because people who are struggling with self-compassion may wonder if this could impair their compassion for others. Read more.



New research is beginning to investigate the links between self-compassion and compassion toward others.

Stress is a natural response to life’s demands and challenges. While stress often has a negative connotation, not all st...
07/08/2025

Stress is a natural response to life’s demands and challenges. While stress often has a negative connotation, not all stress is bad. There are two types of stress: eustress (positive stress) and distress (negative stress). Understanding the difference between these two types of stress and how it affects your mental health is crucial for maintaining well-being. Read more.



Anger doesn’t have to control your life. Discover how to recognize your triggers, manage your reactions, and find support.

We’ve all been there—snapping at someone we care about, feeling that heat rise in our chest, regretting something we sai...
07/07/2025

We’ve all been there—snapping at someone we care about, feeling that heat rise in our chest, regretting something we said in the heat of the moment. Anger is a normal emotion. It’s part of being human. But when it starts to spill over into our relationships, our work, or our sense of peace, it’s time to take a closer look.

It isn’t about never feeling angry. It’s about recognizing the signs of anger early, understanding where it comes from, and learning simple but powerful ways to manage it more effectively.



Anger doesn’t have to control your life. Discover how to recognize your triggers, manage your reactions, and find support.

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