Integrated Care and Consultation, LLC

12/23/2025

We will be closed from December 24th and reopen December 29th. If you need a med refill please contact your pharmacy for a request. Thank you and have a great holiday.

12/09/2025

The nervous system plays a critical role in mental health by governing the body's response to stress. Regulation is about maintaining balance, allowing an individual to respond to stressors when needed, but also return to a state of calm and relaxation.

The Link Between Regulation and Mental Health

A well-regulated nervous system allows individuals to navigate life's challenges with resilience. Conversely, a dysregulated nervous system, often caused by trauma, chronic stress, or neurological disorders, is linked to various mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and sleep disturbances.

Signs of a dysregulated nervous system include:

Chronic fatigue

Frequent headaches or migraines

Digestive issues (e.g., IBS)

Sleep disturbances

Hypervigilance and a heightened sense of threat

Techniques for Nervous System Regulation

Various approaches, many of which are supported by human therapy, help regulate the nervous system:

Grounding techniques: These provide signals of safety to the body.

Trauma-sensitive movement and exercise: Physical activity can help process stress and restore balance.

Mindfulness exercises: These help individuals stay present and manage emotional states.

Building a support system: Connecting with others allows for "co-regulation," where a calm presence helps settle another's nervous system.

Breathing interventions: Intentional breathing techniques can help manage arousal and negative affect.

Call todayto schedule with a therapist to improve your "window of tolerance."

11/27/2025

Happiest of thanksgiving to you all! We will be closed Thursday and Friday. See you on Monday!

11/14/2025

Happy Nurse Practioner week! We have some of the most compassionate providers. Call to schedule an appointment with one ofnour providers this week!
Thank you for all you do Tiffany Ritter, Alexie Burket, and Brittany Reed

11/12/2025

Happy Veterans day to past and present. We thank you for your service. Welcome home!

11/10/2025

We have a couple rare evening spots open for kiddos. Please call 605-306-3240 to get in.

10/02/2025

Adult group starting next week. Call for more information and to register.

09/25/2025

Celebrate with us as we send Krystal to the Embes! Couldnt do it without all the amazing people helping out!

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09/01/2025

We are closed on labor day. Everyone will be back in the office on Tuesday! See you then!

08/20/2025

Using positive self talk is so important because it significantly impacts mental and physical well-being, boosting self-esteem, reducing stress, and enhancing overall resilience. By fostering a more optimistic outlook, it can improve coping mechanisms during challenging times and contribute to a greater sense of life satisfaction.
Here's a more detailed look at the benefits:
Improved Mental Health:
Increased Self-Esteem:
Positive self-talk helps build a more positive self-image, leading to increased self-confidence and a stronger sense of self-worth.

Reduced Stress and Anxiety:
By reframing negative thoughts and focusing on positive aspects, it can help manage stress and anxiety levels.
Lower Rates of Depression:
Studies suggest that positive self-talk can play a role in reducing the severity of depressive symptoms.

Better Coping Skills:
It equips individuals with more effective strategies to handle difficult situations and bounce back from setbacks.
Enhanced Physical Health:

Improved Cardiovascular Health:
Research indicates that positive self-talk can contribute to better cardiovascular health, potentially lowering the risk of heart disease.

Reduced Pain:
Some studies suggest a link between positive thinking and a reduced perception of pain.

Increased Vitality:
By promoting a more positive outlook, it can lead to a greater sense of energy and overall well-being.

Other Benefits:
Greater Life Satisfaction:
Positive self-talk can contribute to a more optimistic and fulfilling life experience.

Improved Performance:
When facing challenges, positive self-talk can provide motivation and enhance performance by fostering a belief in one's ability to succeed.

Better Sleep:
By reducing stress and anxiety, positive self-talk can contribute to improved sleep quality.

08/03/2025

I have been doing therapy for almost 20 years. Never have I seen the growth in individuals until I was trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy.

You’ve repeatedly poured your heart out in session after session, unpacking every thought, dissecting every feeling, and rationalizing why you feel this way. Yet you still wake up with a racing pulse, that tight knot in your chest, the same old panic swirling beneath the surface. You’re left wondering, “Why am I still not feeling any better?” It feels like you’re running on a hamster wheel of words that never reach the real pain.
It’s because your rational mind holds just a sliver of your traumatic experience. Beneath the surface, your body stores the rest—as racing heartbeats, sudden flashbacks, and muscle tension that logic alone can’t unravel. That’s why talk therapies like CBT often leave you stuck: they address what you can put into words, not what you feel in your cells.
Why it matters: Talk only reaches the tip. The real healing happens when we also address what’s hidden below—those sensations, reactions, and unspoken memories that live in your body. Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) surfaces and re-scripts these implicit memories so you can finally move forward.

It is so effectice we have 4 therapists trained in ART and ready to move moutains! Or ice bergs :)

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05/29/2025

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