With a relaxed mind and body you can breathe more deeply, increasing oxygen flow, stimulating the parasympathetic nervous system, and promoting a state of calmness. When in emotional distress, however, your body becomes constricted and tense, thereby taking in less oxygen and activating the sympathetic nervous system, also known as the “stress response.” Given the […]
As John Donne once said, ‘No man is an island.’ What he meant is that everyone needs help sometimes. And great things cannot be accomplished by just one person. When you begin to think of help as a way to create connections with people and achieve greater things than you would alone, you might find […]
I recently found myself on a quest to find a new therapist in San Francisco. I had been working with the same person for the past three years and I was inspired by our work together but I knew I was ready for a change. I found myself nervous to start over and I was […]
Approximately 6% of U.S. residents experience SAD. As many as 14% more have winter depression that exhibits some of the same symptoms as SAD but to a lesser degree. If you notice that you have negative thoughts or other mood disorder symptoms during the fall and winter months, then you might want to learn more […]
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 […]
Maya Johansson, CEO and co-founder of Well Clinic, was recently featured in the below SF Chronicle article. The year of no vacation: Take time off during a pandemic? Workers say, ‘Why bother?’ By Ryan Kost Most years, Zelia Padilha tries to take one big vacation, a trip she can plan for and look forward to. […]
At some point in your life, you may have thought or asked yourself… I don’t remember things the way I used to. I’m forgetting a lot lately … does this mean I have dementia? I can’t concentrate … I have to reread things multiple times in order to remember what I read. I’ve always had […]
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 […]
When we work with adolescent clients the referral and initial appointment are often made by a parent or another responsible adult. From my experience and clinical practice, I have found that: Parents usually seek counseling services for their children because of misbehavior or a conduct problem that has negatively impacted familial relationships and schoolwork. However, […]
The Benefit Corporation Difference Well Clinic is a California benefit and professional corporation as well as a Certified B Corporation. We were initially recognized as a Certified B Corporation by B Lab, an independent nonprofit organization, in 2016, and B Lab recertified our status in 2018. Also in 2018, Well Clinic officially converted to operate […]
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 […]
Considering the demands and pace of modern life, it’s no surprise that mental health issues are on the rise. But did you know that the natural world around us can play a significant role in combating these challenges? Yes, that is through ecotherapy — an innovative approach that leverages the power of nature to boost […]
Have you ever felt “socially awkward” with others? Have you ever left a social gathering and been pummeled by insecurity and self-doubt? Have you ever avoided a social situation because of your social discomfort? If so, you may be experiencing social anxiety. Social anxiety can feel paralyzing and debilitating. Social anxiety has an insidious effect […]
It is very common for people to experience denial of diagnosis shortly after first receiving the news. Whether the illness is mental or physical, the mind may need some to adjust. You go through some shock, which includes denial, until you can settle in to the idea of what it all means. However, denial can […]
