AETNA INSURANCE SMART COMPARE PRACTICE OUTCOMES

Aetna’s recent Smart Comparison Outcomes Study has granted The Behavioral Wellness Group ____________________________________________________________________ Per Aetna Website: It’s a designation we give to doctors in our network who have proven time and again that they provide a higher standard of clinical quality, effective care or both. We look at multiple data points, including health information, claims…

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December Reflection: Looking Back with Compassion

As we wind down the year, we’re met with reminders that encourage us to look back. From Spotify’s Wrapped giving us a “year in music” to notifications from fitness or productivity apps, December offers us a sort of ‘digital highlight reel”. In a way, it’s a time of reflection, giving us insight into who we…

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Navigating Tough Conversations During the Holidays

The holiday season often brings families and friends together, creating opportunities for connection and joyful celebrations. However, these gatherings can also surface sensitive topics and tough conversations. It is important to learn strategies for navigating these tough conversations with family and friends while fostering positive interactions and preserving relationships. Common Tough Topics • Political Disagreements:…

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Managing Anger

Anger or irritability are emotions that can be present throughout your day. Some of thethings that may cause your anger are stress, unfair treatment or feeling attacked. BreneBrown defines anger as, “an emotion that we feel when something gets in the way of adesired outcome or when we believe there’s a violation of the way…

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Understanding Teenage Mental Health: Navigating Social Pressures

Navigating through the maze of adolescence can be both exhilarating and daunting for teenagers. It’s a phase marked by rapid physical, emotional, and social changes, where the desire to fit in and be accepted often feels overwhelming. One of the most significant challenges teenagers face during this time is social pressure and this often leads…

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Boundaries… What are those?

Boundaries… What are those? Understanding Boundaries Boundaries play a pivotal role in maintaining our overall well-being and fostering healthy relationships. Drawing insights from Nedra Glover Tawwab, a licensed therapist and boundary expert, let’s delve into what boundaries are, how they manifest in our lives, strategies for implementing them, and why they can be challenging. Boundaries…

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