This video is for those that have a loved one struggling with a substance abuse disorder. She addresses various pathways that can be taken to continue to support and show up for these individuals in our lives. Brooke offers resources that you can use if this situation resonates with you.
BLND Health specializes in addiction and recovery. Brooke Buys, the Founder of BLND, explains the spectrum of substance use disorders, pathways to finding professional help, and offers support to those struggling. If you or your loved one is struggling with a substance use disorder, please contac...
Brooke discusses the complex topic of managing disordered eating. She discusses seeking treatment, common signs and symptoms, and specific interventions. If you or someone you know is struggling with disordered eating, contact BLND Health for support.
John Evans, PhD CMPC discusses the prevalence of social comparison in a modern world. John goes over the history of social comparison, the benefits, the disadvantages, and what we can do about it.
Caroline with BLND health dives into the idea of 'parts work' which explains that we are multifaceted with many different aspects of us. In times of harmony, we can feel whole, but during harder times, it can feel like certain parts of us get out of control. Caroline discusses this framework and ...
John discusses the concept of psychological smog and how it connects to anxiety and worry. By changing our relationship to anxiety and decreasing worry - we can rise out of the mental smog. John gives multiple techniques to reframe our ideas of anxiety and worry.
Jevon from BLND health speaks to boosting self confidence in an authentic, healthy way. In this short talk, Jevon provides useful tools to encourage raised self esteem through the act of gratitude.
As social beings our drive to engage and interact with others is built into our DNA. Still we often isolate and hide our true feelings and thoughts from our loved ones and closest friends. Instead, let’s lean into our network to intentionally build the support we all want when things go wrong. #2...
John Evans, therapist at BLND Health, gives you a preview of the "Live your Values" Online Workshop taking place on Wednesday, December 30th.
John talks about the importance of discovering the values that guide your life and how to take action from a value driven mindset versus outcome based pe...
We all experience emotions. Some are more pleasant than others but how we deal with these emotions can be a step towards understanding your anxiety, depression or other mental health issues. Javon will discuss primary and secondary emotions plus dig in how anger became synonymous with masculinity...
Given all that has happened this year, some may have experienced the cycle of anxiety that traps us in self-doubt and worry. When we have fear and unknowns you will usually find some degree of worry. Unfortunately, worry can elevate to anxiety and rumination when we hide our fears and ignore the...
Miranda, discusses the importance of a routine. These days we are all feeling quite a bit of brain fog and fatigue whether it be due to long zoom meetings, staying vigilant about pandemic safety, or simply navigating the uncertainty of the world we currently live in. Streamlining your morning rou...
Miranda, a LLMSW Candidate, discusses our childhood experiences. Science tells us that our experiences in childhood greatly affect our mental and physical health as adults. ACEs, or Adverse Childhood Experiences, in particular are shown to have direct impacts on long-term health. So, why is it im...
Miranda, a LLMSW Candidate, discusses our childhood experiences. Science tells us that our experiences in childhood greatly affect our mental and physical health as adults. ACEs, or Adverse Childhood Experiences, in particular are shown to have direct impacts on long-term health. So, why is it im...
Cricket from BLND Health talks about strategies to navigate anxiety. During 2020 and the holidays, Cricket acknowledges the realness of future uncertainties in the world we are in today. She explains how to manage these very real concerns and use our anxieties to our advantage.
Lexi, a LLMSW Candidate, leads you through a relaxing technique that increases motivation, decreases irritability, and reduces stress hormones.
Lexi, a LLMSW Candidate, discusses the common occurrence of anxiety in children. Specific phobias, separation anxiety, social anxiety, and general anxiety are briefly discussed.
Cricket opens the conversation about recognizing depression in ourselves or in those we love. Cricket intends to erase the stigma about depression and provide tools to navigate this condition through its mild, moderate, and severe manifestations.
BLND’s founder, Brooke Buys, has over 20 years in the field with experience in clinical outpatient therapy, residential treatment, and school counseling. She created BLND as an alternative to traditional, one-size-fits-all wellness models, with the vision of offering personalized, authentic suppo...
BLND’s founder, Brooke Buys, has over 20 years in the field with experience in clinical outpatient therapy, residential treatment, and school counseling. She created BLND as an alternative to traditional, one-size-fits-all wellness models, with the vision of offering personalized, authentic suppo...
