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Healthy Ideas to Reduce Anxiety in Loneliness and Isolation
Stress and anxiety can sometimes lead to self-medication with substances or unhealthy behaviors. Practice coping skills to help reduce feelings of anxiety., Dan Rodgers, Executive Director and Licensed Counselor for Onward Behavioral Health
COVID-19 and Anxiety Disorders
The fear and isolation caused by COVID-19 can worsen anxiety disorders. Here’s how to cope in a healthy manner., Anxiety during the pandemic was, and still is, a hot topic. The fear and tension that came along with the unprecedented nature
How Telehealth Can Treat Addiction
Telehealth lets you receive addiction treatment from home rather than at a treatment center. Learn how it works., Addiction recovery is a long-term effort that requires outside support. However, it can be hard to find the time to see a coun
Online Therapy vs. In-Person Therapy
If you’re considering teletherapy, you may have questions about how it compares to in-person therapy. Here are some things to consider., COVID-19 is causing additional stress and also forcing many people to stay in their homes. Given these
Benefits of Telepsychiatry
Telepsychiatry is a growing service that has a number of benefits. Learn about online therapy from High Focus Centers., Telepsychiatry, or teletherapy, allows patients to use telecommunication software and devices such as computers, tablets, or phones, to receive online mental health and substance abuse treatment. Telepsychiatry offers a number of benefits to both patients and their therapists, including increased accessibility to services, more comfort, and convenience, among others. We’ll detail some of the top
What is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder?
The symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can have an adverse effect on your life: it's important to address the problem head-on and seek help., Dr. Nedson Campbell, Medical Director of High Focus Centers PA in eastern Pennsylva
How to Talk to Kids about Coronavirus
It’s normal for kids to feel anxious about COVID-19. Here’s how to talk to your child about coronavirus., With everything that is happening during the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s normal for children to feel anxious. Routines have been disrupted
Abusing Substances During COVID-19 Isolation
The stress of COVID-19 can lead to substance abuse. Here’s how to tell if you’re abusing substances while in isolation., The week of March 15, 2020 alcohol sales increased 55% over the previous year. This huge spike coincides with stay at h
Getting a Good Night's Rest: Tip of the Day
Dr. Nedson Campbell, Medical Director at Onward Behavioral Health, shares some helpful hints for getting the recommended eight hours of sleep a night., Dr. Nedson Campbell, Medical Director of Onward Behavioral Health in eastern Pennsylvani
Creating a Self-Soothing Kit: Tip of the Day
Michael Fenimore, LPC, an adult psychiatric clinician at High Focus Centers in New Jersey, discusses self-soothing as a coping skill during times of stress., Michael Fenimore, LPC, an adult psychiatric clinician at High Focus Centers in Freehold, New Jersey, discusses self-soothing as a coping skill during times of stress. Learn how to create a “self-soothing kit” for yourself that engages all five senses and can be a calming resource when you experience feelings of distress or vulnerable moments in
Symptoms & Treatments for Panic Disorder
Answering all your questions about feeling out of control, like what is a panic attack, how to stop a panic attack and what panic disorder treatment can help me., The American Psychological Association conducts a study on stress in the Unit
Quarantine and Regression in Children
Dr. Navjot Khinda, Psychiatric Director of High Focus Centers in Paramus, New Jersey, discusses the effects that quarantine can have on children’s behavior in our "Focus On" video series., Dr. Navjot Khinda, Psychiatric Director of High Focus Centers in Paramus, New Jersey, discusses the effects that quarantine can have on children’s behavior. A child – of any age – may be experiencing regression if you notice sudden changes in their behavior. Temper tantrums, defiance, or avoiding responsibility are all signs that a child could
How Does Teletherapy Work?
Learn more about teletherapy and how you can receive mental health treatment online from High Focus Centers., As our new normal continues to evolve, technology has made communicating and staying in touch with friends and family easier than ever. Through FaceTime and video conferencing, we can reach out to friends across the country or conference remotely with coworkers. This same technology and need to adapt have also had an effect on medicine,
What is Telemental Health?
Telemental health is an alternative to face-to-face therapy. Get answers to frequently asked questions about online counseling., Telemental health refers to online counseling, in which a therapist provides behavioral therapy via phone, comp
Incorporating Telehealth During COVID-19
During the COVID-19 pandemic, it's important that therapy remain readily available. Learn how telehealth can allow you to seek therapy and counseling., Anyone who has practiced in the behavioral health field for any extended period of time
How Loved Ones Can Support Recovery
Family members may feel helpless, but there are, in fact, many ways you can show your recovering loved one support during their journey., Recovering from addiction is hard for everyone — it's exhausting mentally and physically for the one actually undergoing treatment, but it's also challenging for the family and friends to sit by and watch. Often, we want to help our loved ones when they're struggling, but when it comes to addiction recovery, you may be stuck wondering
Tips for Telehealth Therapy Session
Treatment providers are offering telehealth therapy sessions due to COVID-19. Here are some helpful tips to prepare., With the COVID-19 pandemic leading to business closures across the country, the mental health treatment industry has had to quickly adapt to continue providing clients with much-needed counseling and care. One way that the industry has responded is by offering “telehealth” therapy sessions. Teletherapy at High Focus Centers Telehealth utilizes HIPAA-secure video conferencing platforms
Is Online Therapy Confidential?
Concerned about online counseling and confidentiality? Learn how your privacy is protected on telehealth platforms., As the world adapts to the ever changing landscape of the COVID-19 pandemic, mental and behavioral healthcare providers are
PTSD Treatment Options
Learn how post-traumatic stress disorder is treated, including therapies and medications that have the best outcomes., Post-traumatic stress disorder is a mental health disorder that can disrupt your entire life when left untreated. If you
How a Pandemic Affects Us
If you're looking for ways how the pandemic affects us and our mental health, you'll want to know about the 25 percent spike in depression among other issues., With the coronavirus outbreak in 2020, many people started experiencing increase
Does Your Child Need Psychological Testing?
Psychological testing can help children who are showing signs of a mental disorder, learning disability, or giftedness. Learn more about the testing process., As a parent or guardian, you want what’s best for your child. But sometimes it’s
Practicing Sleep Hygiene in Recovery
Certain behaviors, like putting electronics away 30 minutes before bed and reading a book to help you fall asleep can promote good sleep hygiene., Practicing good sleep hygiene is important when actively recovering from a substance use diso
What Is Cognitive Defusion?
Cognitive defusion is a skill used to detach from negative thoughts. Learn more about defusion and how it can be used to treat mental illness., Cognitive defusion, also known as deliteralization, is a technique used in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people cope with uncomfortable or unhelpful thoughts and feelings. It is a useful technique for people with depression and anxiety, as uncomfortable and unhelpful thoughts and feelings are often a part of their experience. Cognitive defusion
New Outpatient Facility in Norwalk, CT
High Focus Centers opens a new outpatient treatment facility in Norwalk, Connecticut. View our full press release., High Focus Centers, a Joint Commission accredited provider of outpatient behavioral healthcare treatment for individuals suffering with mental health, substance use, and eating disorders, announced today that it will open a new location on February 21, 2020 in Norwalk, Connecticut. This facility offers structured mental health programs for children and teenagers aged 10 through 18
