Grief refers to your reactions to any form of loss, which can range from a deep sadness to anger, guilt, yearning, regret and a sense of relief. Bereavement, on the other hand, is specifically related to the process of recovering from the death of a loved one. There is no right or wrong way to […]
It is safe to say that every job is stressful today. You know how stressful it can be at work every day if you are an employee. That is especially true if you have many responsibilities. Today, we are going to discuss the job of a nurse and how nurses can deal with stress. Why […]
Are you planning to tie the knot somewhere in the near future? If yes, congratulations! Just before “Yes I do” is an exciting time, and it’s natural to feel overwhelmed by all the planning and decision-making involved. But don’t worry; you’re not alone. Many couples — 96% as cited in multiple studies — face stress […]
Traumas come in all shapes and sizes, from car accidents to sexual assault, domestic violence, being attacked, witnessing a terrible event and experiencing a natural disaster. When you suffer from Post-Tramautic Stress Disorder (PTSD), the memory of that trauma continues to haunt you: no matter how hard you try to “move on.” Research has shown […]
I absolutely love Well Clinic! From the beginning, my husband and I felt like we were in a comfortable and safe space. Our couple’s therapy bridged gaps in our relationship and helped us understand each other that much more. Ivette B Well Clinic is an oasis, especially for busy professionals like me. It’s a relaxing […]
Being vulnerable is easier said than done, so let’s begin with the definition of what we mean when we are talking about vulnerability. For most of us, vulnerability means allowing others to know things about us that demonstrate our imperfections. To be vulnerable involves opening ourselves, revealing ourselves, and allowing ourselves to be seen by […]
To understand the power of yoga, we must first have a basic understanding of the human nervous system. First of all, what is our nervous system? Our nervous system coordinates all of our voluntary and involuntary processes in our body, it is responsible for sending signals from one part of our body to the other. […]
You deserve a compassionate therapist … someone to make you feel safe, secure and connected while they guide you through the healing process. At Well Clinic, we strive to support and promote lifelong change that will allow you to form sustainable, healthy relationships and an overall sense of wellbeing. By building on a foundation of […]
I absolutely love Well Clinic! From the beginning, my husband and I felt like we were in a comfortable and safe space. Our couple’s therapy bridged gaps in our relationship and helped us understand each other that much more. Ivette B Well Clinic is an oasis, especially for busy professionals like me. It’s a relaxing […]
BUS The 22, 19 & 10 lines stop at our corner. The 9, 33 & 47 lines pass nearby. BART/MUNI Civic Center and 16th Street stations are about a 20 minute walk away. CAR Free two hour street parking is possible during the day, and easy in the evening. A garage is available across the […]
One way to facilitate the processing of therapeutic material between sessions is to take up a free association practice. In her book “The Artist’s Way,” Julia Cameron describes a free association practice that she calls “Morning Pages.” This activity involves grabbing a pen and paper as soon as you wake up and writing down whatever […]
Maya Johansson – Well Clinic CEO and therapist – was recently invited to give the keynote presentation at a wellness expo. For those who were not able to attend, here is Maya’s inspirational, honest, open and empowering speech. I’ve been asked to share a little about my own ongoing project of keeping mental and emotional […]
Whether measured by a random survey of households, or a review of prior studies, research indicates that premarital counseling results in higher relationship satisfaction, healthier relationship dynamics, and a lower divorce rate. One study found that premarital counseling led to couples being HALF as likely to divorce or separate after three years. 2: Get help having difficult conversations: […]
These traumas come as “big T’s” — like the death of a loved one — and “little t’s,” like the daily experience of enduring subtle racism or sexism. Over time or in the moment, we can develop trauma symptoms such as hypervigilance, panic attacks or chronic pain. Sometimes, although the body is trying hard to […]
